analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#C16010 — Burnt Orange
#C16010 is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 27° 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.
#c16010
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Tints and shades of #C16010
- fef7f1
- faddc5
- f7c49a
- f3aa6f
- f09143
- ec7718
- c56210
- 9a4c0c
- 6e3709
- 432105
- 180c02
Color schemes using #C16010
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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#C16010 FAQ
What color is #C16010?
#C16010 is a shade of burnt orange in the orange family. It has a hue of 27 degrees, 85% saturation and 41% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #C16010?
#C16010 is rgb(193, 96, 16) in RGB, hsl(27, 85%, 41%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 50%, 92%, 24%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #C16010?
White text on this background reaches 4.24:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.95:1.
What colors go well with #C16010?
Its direct complement is #1071C1. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #10C1B9 and #1019C1 gives you contrast without the vibration.