analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BD3074 — Brick Red
#BD3074 is a mid-tone moderately 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.
#bd3074
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Tints and shades of #BD3074
- fcf3f7
- f2cedf
- e9a8c7
- df83af
- d55e98
- cc3880
- a92c68
- 842251
- 5f183a
- 3a0f23
- 14050c
Color schemes using #BD3074
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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#BD3074 FAQ
What color is #BD3074?
#BD3074 is a shade of brick red in the pink family. It has a hue of 331 degrees, 59% saturation and 46% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #BD3074?
#BD3074 is rgb(189, 48, 116) in RGB, hsl(331, 59%, 46%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 75%, 39%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BD3074?
White text on this background reaches 5.47:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.84:1.
What colors go well with #BD3074?
Its direct complement is #30BB78. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #30BB32 and #30B8BB gives you contrast without the vibration.