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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BC4929 — Rust
#BC4929 is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 13° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #BC4929
- fcf5f2
- f4d5cc
- ebb5a6
- e3957f
- da7559
- d25532
- af4426
- 88351e
- 622615
- 3b170d
- 150805
Color schemes using #BC4929
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#BC4929 FAQ
What color is #BC4929?
#BC4929 is a shade of rust in the orange family. It has a hue of 13 degrees, 64% saturation and 45% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #BC4929?
#BC4929 is rgb(188, 73, 41) in RGB, hsl(13, 64%, 45%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 61%, 78%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BC4929?
White text on this background reaches 5.09:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.12:1.
What colors go well with #BC4929?
Its direct complement is #299CBC. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #29BC93 and #2953BC gives you contrast without the vibration.