analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#C71D1D — Cardinal
#C71D1D is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 0° 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.
#c71d1d
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Tints and shades of #C71D1D
- fdf2f2
- f7c9c9
- f1a0a0
- eb7676
- e64d4d
- e02424
- bb1b1b
- 911515
- 680f0f
- 3f0909
- 160303
Color schemes using #C71D1D
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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#C71D1D FAQ
What color is #C71D1D?
#C71D1D is a shade of cardinal in the red family. It has a hue of 0 degrees, 75% saturation and 45% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #C71D1D?
#C71D1D is rgb(199, 29, 29) in RGB, hsl(0, 75%, 45%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 85%, 85%, 22%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #C71D1D?
White text on this background reaches 5.8:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.62:1.
What colors go well with #C71D1D?
Its direct complement is #1DC9C9. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #1DC973 and #1D73C9 gives you contrast without the vibration.