analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#C73D80 — Brick Red
#C73D80 is a mid-tone moderately saturated pink sitting at 331° 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 #C73D80
- fcf3f7
- f1cfdf
- e6aac7
- dc86b0
- d16298
- c73d80
- a53069
- 812552
- 5c1b3b
- 381024
- 14060d
Color schemes using #C73D80
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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#C73D80 FAQ
What color is #C73D80?
#C73D80 is a shade of brick red in the pink family. It has a hue of 331 degrees, 55% saturation and 51% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #C73D80?
#C73D80 is rgb(199, 61, 128) in RGB, hsl(331, 55%, 51%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 69%, 36%, 22%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #C73D80?
White text on this background reaches 4.76:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.41:1.
What colors go well with #C73D80?
Its direct complement is #3DC784. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #3DC740 and #3DC4C7 gives you contrast without the vibration.