analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#C17D10 — Copper
#C17D10 is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 37° 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 #C17D10
- fef9f1
- fae6c5
- f7d39a
- f3c06f
- f0ae43
- ec9b18
- c58010
- 9a640c
- 6e4809
- 432b05
- 180f02
Color schemes using #C17D10
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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#C17D10 FAQ
What color is #C17D10?
#C17D10 is a shade of copper in the orange family. It has a hue of 37 degrees, 85% saturation and 41% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #C17D10?
#C17D10 is rgb(193, 125, 16) in RGB, hsl(37, 85%, 41%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 35%, 92%, 24%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #C17D10?
White text on this background reaches 3.38:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.21:1.
What colors go well with #C17D10?
Its direct complement is #1054C1. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #10ADC1 and #2410C1 gives you contrast without the vibration.