analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#C30440 — Cherry Red
#C30440 is a mid-tone saturated pink sitting at 341° 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 #C30440
- fff0f5
- fec2d5
- fd94b5
- fc6696
- fb3876
- fa0a56
- d10445
- a30336
- 750227
- 470117
- 190108
Color schemes using #C30440
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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#C30440 FAQ
What color is #C30440?
#C30440 is a shade of cherry red in the pink family. It has a hue of 341 degrees, 96% saturation and 39% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #C30440?
#C30440 is rgb(195, 4, 64) in RGB, hsl(341, 96%, 39%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 98%, 67%, 24%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #C30440?
White text on this background reaches 6.16:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.41:1.
What colors go well with #C30440?
Its direct complement is #04C386. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #04C327 and #04A0C3 gives you contrast without the vibration.