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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BD287D — Brick Red
#BD287D is a mid-tone saturated pink sitting at 326° 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 #BD287D
- fcf2f8
- f4cce3
- eca5cd
- e47eb8
- db58a2
- d3318d
- b02574
- 891d5a
- 621541
- 3c0d27
- 15040e
Color schemes using #BD287D
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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#BD287D FAQ
What color is #BD287D?
#BD287D is a shade of brick red in the pink family. It has a hue of 326 degrees, 65% saturation and 45% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #BD287D?
#BD287D is rgb(189, 40, 125) in RGB, hsl(326, 65%, 45%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 79%, 34%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BD287D?
White text on this background reaches 5.58:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.76:1.
What colors go well with #BD287D?
Its direct complement is #28BD69. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #32BD28 and #28BDB3 gives you contrast without the vibration.