analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BD2832 — Cardinal
#BD2832 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 356° 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.
#bd2832
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Tints and shades of #BD2832
- fcf2f3
- f4ccce
- eca5aa
- e47e85
- db5860
- d3313c
- b0252f
- 891d24
- 62151a
- 3c0d10
- 150406
Color schemes using #BD2832
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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#BD2832 FAQ
What color is #BD2832?
#BD2832 is a shade of cardinal in the red family. It has a hue of 356 degrees, 65% saturation and 45% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #BD2832?
#BD2832 is rgb(189, 40, 50) in RGB, hsl(356, 65%, 45%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 79%, 74%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BD2832?
White text on this background reaches 5.98:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.51:1.
What colors go well with #BD2832?
Its direct complement is #28BDB3. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #28BD69 and #287DBD gives you contrast without the vibration.