analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BD616C — Caramel
#BD616C is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 353° 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 #BD616C
- faf4f5
- edd3d6
- dfb2b7
- d19198
- c3707a
- b54f5b
- 963f49
- 753139
- 542329
- 331519
- 120809
Color schemes using #BD616C
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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#BD616C FAQ
What color is #BD616C?
#BD616C is a shade of caramel in the red family. It has a hue of 353 degrees, 41% saturation and 56% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #BD616C?
#BD616C is rgb(189, 97, 108) in RGB, hsl(353, 41%, 56%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 49%, 43%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BD616C?
White text on this background reaches 4.13:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.09:1.
What colors go well with #BD616C?
Its direct complement is #61BDB2. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #61BD84 and #619ABD gives you contrast without the vibration.