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#C33657 — Brick Red

#C33657 is a mid-tone moderately 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 #C33657

Color schemes using #C33657

analogous

Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.

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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#C33657 FAQ

What color is #C33657?

#C33657 is a shade of brick red in the red family. It has a hue of 346 degrees, 57% saturation and 49% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.

What is the RGB value of #C33657?

#C33657 is rgb(195, 54, 87) in RGB, hsl(346, 57%, 49%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 72%, 55%, 24%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #C33657?

White text on this background reaches 5.27:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.99:1.

What colors go well with #C33657?

Its direct complement is #36C4A3. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #36C45C and #369EC4 gives you contrast without the vibration.