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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BD4248 — Brick Red
#BD4248 is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 357° 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 #BD4248
- fbf4f4
- efd1d2
- e3aeb1
- d68c8f
- ca696e
- be464c
- 9e373d
- 7b2b2f
- 581f22
- 361315
- 130707
Color schemes using #BD4248
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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#BD4248 FAQ
What color is #BD4248?
#BD4248 is a shade of brick red in the red family. It has a hue of 357 degrees, 48% saturation and 50% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #BD4248?
#BD4248 is rgb(189, 66, 72) in RGB, hsl(357, 48%, 50%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 65%, 62%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BD4248?
White text on this background reaches 5.2:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.04:1.
What colors go well with #BD4248?
Its direct complement is #42BDB7. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #42BD79 and #4286BD gives you contrast without the vibration.