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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BE4145 — Brick Red
#BE4145 is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 358° 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 #BE4145
- fbf4f4
- efd1d2
- e3aeaf
- d78b8d
- cb686b
- bf4549
- 9f363a
- 7c2a2d
- 591e20
- 361214
- 130707
Color schemes using #BE4145
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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#BE4145 FAQ
What color is #BE4145?
#BE4145 is a shade of brick red in the red family. It has a hue of 358 degrees, 49% saturation and 50% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #BE4145?
#BE4145 is rgb(190, 65, 69) in RGB, hsl(358, 49%, 50%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 66%, 64%, 25%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BE4145?
White text on this background reaches 5.21:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.03:1.
What colors go well with #BE4145?
Its direct complement is #41BEBA. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #41BE7B and #4184BE gives you contrast without the vibration.