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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#C83243 — Brick Red
#C83243 is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 353° 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 #C83243
- fcf3f4
- f3cdd2
- e9a8af
- e0828d
- d65d6b
- cd3749
- ab2b3a
- 85212d
- 5f1820
- 3a0e14
- 140507
Color schemes using #C83243
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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#C83243 FAQ
What color is #C83243?
#C83243 is a shade of brick red in the red family. It has a hue of 353 degrees, 60% saturation and 49% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #C83243?
#C83243 is rgb(200, 50, 67) in RGB, hsl(353, 60%, 49%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 75%, 67%, 22%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #C83243?
White text on this background reaches 5.26:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.99:1.
What colors go well with #C83243?
Its direct complement is #32C8B6. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #32C86B and #328EC8 gives you contrast without the vibration.