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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BC4E59 — Brick Red
#BC4E59 is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 354° 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 #BC4E59
- fbf4f5
- eed2d5
- e1b0b5
- d48e95
- c76c75
- ba4a55
- 9b3b44
- 792e35
- 572126
- 351417
- 120708
Color schemes using #BC4E59
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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#BC4E59 FAQ
What color is #BC4E59?
#BC4E59 is a shade of brick red in the red family. It has a hue of 354 degrees, 45% saturation and 52% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #BC4E59?
#BC4E59 is rgb(188, 78, 89) in RGB, hsl(354, 45%, 52%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 59%, 53%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BC4E59?
White text on this background reaches 4.8:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.37:1.
What colors go well with #BC4E59?
Its direct complement is #4EBCB1. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #4EBC7A and #4E90BC gives you contrast without the vibration.