analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BF5D1D — Burnt Orange
#BF5D1D is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 24° 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.
#bf5d1d
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Tints and shades of #BF5D1D
- fdf6f2
- f7dbc9
- f1c0a0
- eba577
- e58a4e
- df7026
- b95b1c
- 914716
- 683310
- 3f1f09
- 160b03
Color schemes using #BF5D1D
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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#BF5D1D FAQ
What color is #BF5D1D?
#BF5D1D is a shade of burnt orange in the orange family. It has a hue of 24 degrees, 74% saturation and 43% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #BF5D1D?
#BF5D1D is rgb(191, 93, 29) in RGB, hsl(24, 74%, 43%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 51%, 85%, 25%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BF5D1D?
White text on this background reaches 4.38:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.8:1.
What colors go well with #BF5D1D?
Its direct complement is #1D7EBF. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #1DBFAF and #1D2DBF gives you contrast without the vibration.