analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BD3F28 — Rust
#BD3F28 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 9° 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.
#bd3f28
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Tints and shades of #BD3F28
- fcf4f2
- f4d2cc
- ecb0a5
- e48d7e
- db6b58
- d34931
- b03a25
- 892d1d
- 622115
- 3c140d
- 150704
Color schemes using #BD3F28
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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#BD3F28 FAQ
What color is #BD3F28?
#BD3F28 is a shade of rust in the red family. It has a hue of 9 degrees, 65% saturation and 45% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #BD3F28?
#BD3F28 is rgb(189, 63, 40) in RGB, hsl(9, 65%, 45%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 67%, 79%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BD3F28?
White text on this background reaches 5.38:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.91:1.
What colors go well with #BD3F28?
Its direct complement is #28A7BD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #28BD89 and #285CBD gives you contrast without the vibration.