analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#C50720 — Cherry Red
#C50720 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 352° 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.
#c50720
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Tints and shades of #C50720
- fef0f2
- fdc3cb
- fb96a3
- fa687c
- f83b54
- f60e2d
- ce0722
- a0061a
- 730413
- 46030c
- 190104
Color schemes using #C50720
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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#C50720 FAQ
What color is #C50720?
#C50720 is a shade of cherry red in the red family. It has a hue of 352 degrees, 93% saturation and 40% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #C50720?
#C50720 is rgb(197, 7, 32) in RGB, hsl(352, 93%, 40%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 96%, 84%, 23%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #C50720?
White text on this background reaches 6.13:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.43:1.
What colors go well with #C50720?
Its direct complement is #07C5AC. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #07C54D and #077FC5 gives you contrast without the vibration.