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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BC575C — Brick Red
#BC575C is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 357° 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 #BC575C
- fbf4f4
- edd3d4
- e0b1b3
- d38f93
- c56e72
- b84c52
- 983d41
- 772f33
- 552225
- 341516
- 120708
Color schemes using #BC575C
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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#BC575C FAQ
What color is #BC575C?
#BC575C is a shade of brick red in the red family. It has a hue of 357 degrees, 43% saturation and 54% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #BC575C?
#BC575C is rgb(188, 87, 92) in RGB, hsl(357, 43%, 54%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 54%, 51%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BC575C?
White text on this background reaches 4.51:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.66:1.
What colors go well with #BC575C?
Its direct complement is #57BCB7. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #57BC85 and #578FBC gives you contrast without the vibration.