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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#C7520E — Burnt Orange
#C7520E is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 22° 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 #C7520E
- fef6f1
- fbd9c5
- f8bc99
- f59f6d
- f28241
- ef6515
- c7520e
- 9b400b
- 702e08
- 441c05
- 180a02
Color schemes using #C7520E
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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#C7520E FAQ
What color is #C7520E?
#C7520E is a shade of burnt orange in the orange family. It has a hue of 22 degrees, 87% saturation and 42% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #C7520E?
#C7520E is rgb(199, 82, 14) in RGB, hsl(22, 87%, 42%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 59%, 93%, 22%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #C7520E?
White text on this background reaches 4.52:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.64:1.
What colors go well with #C7520E?
Its direct complement is #0E84C8. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #0EC8AF and #0E27C8 gives you contrast without the vibration.