analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#C21E45 — Cardinal
#C21E45 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 346° 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 #C21E45
- fdf2f4
- f7c9d4
- f0a1b3
- ea7893
- e44f72
- dd2751
- b81d41
- 901633
- 671024
- 3f0a16
- 160308
Color schemes using #C21E45
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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#C21E45 FAQ
What color is #C21E45?
#C21E45 is a shade of cardinal in the red family. It has a hue of 346 degrees, 73% saturation and 44% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #C21E45?
#C21E45 is rgb(194, 30, 69) in RGB, hsl(346, 73%, 44%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 85%, 64%, 24%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #C21E45?
White text on this background reaches 5.89:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.57:1.
What colors go well with #C21E45?
Its direct complement is #1EC29C. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #1EC24A and #1E96C2 gives you contrast without the vibration.