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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#C5596D — Blush
#C5596D is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 349° 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 #C5596D
- fbf4f5
- efd1d6
- e3aeb8
- d68c99
- ca697b
- be465c
- 9e374a
- 7b2b3a
- 581f2a
- 361319
- 130709
Color schemes using #C5596D
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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#C5596D FAQ
What color is #C5596D?
#C5596D is a shade of blush in the red family. It has a hue of 349 degrees, 48% saturation and 56% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #C5596D?
#C5596D is rgb(197, 89, 109) in RGB, hsl(349, 48%, 56%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 55%, 45%, 23%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #C5596D?
White text on this background reaches 4.18:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.02:1.
What colors go well with #C5596D?
Its direct complement is #59C5B1. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #59C57B and #59A3C5 gives you contrast without the vibration.