analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BD2870 — Brick Red
#BD2870 is a mid-tone saturated pink sitting at 331° 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 #BD2870
- fcf2f7
- f4ccdf
- eca5c7
- e47eaf
- db5897
- d3317f
- b02568
- 891d51
- 62153a
- 3c0d23
- 15040c
Color schemes using #BD2870
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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#BD2870 FAQ
What color is #BD2870?
#BD2870 is a shade of brick red in the pink family. It has a hue of 331 degrees, 65% saturation and 45% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #BD2870?
#BD2870 is rgb(189, 40, 112) in RGB, hsl(331, 65%, 45%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 79%, 41%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BD2870?
White text on this background reaches 5.67:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.7:1.
What colors go well with #BD2870?
Its direct complement is #28BD75. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #28BD2B and #28BBBD gives you contrast without the vibration.