analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#C24E4C — Brick Red
#C24E4C is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 1° 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 #C24E4C
- fbf4f4
- efd1d1
- e3afae
- d78c8b
- cb6968
- bf4745
- 9f3836
- 7c2c2a
- 591f1e
- 361312
- 130707
Color schemes using #C24E4C
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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#C24E4C FAQ
What color is #C24E4C?
#C24E4C is a shade of brick red in the red family. It has a hue of 1 degrees, 49% saturation and 53% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #C24E4C?
#C24E4C is rgb(194, 78, 76) in RGB, hsl(1, 49%, 53%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 60%, 61%, 24%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #C24E4C?
White text on this background reaches 4.68:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.49:1.
What colors go well with #C24E4C?
Its direct complement is #4CC0C2. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #4CC289 and #4C85C2 gives you contrast without the vibration.