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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#C85232 — Vermilion
#C85232 is a mid-tone moderately saturated orange sitting at 13° 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 #C85232
- fcf5f3
- f3d5cd
- e9b6a8
- e09682
- d6775d
- cd5837
- ab462b
- 853721
- 5f2718
- 3a180e
- 140805
Color schemes using #C85232
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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#C85232 FAQ
What color is #C85232?
#C85232 is a shade of vermilion in the orange family. It has a hue of 13 degrees, 60% saturation and 49% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #C85232?
#C85232 is rgb(200, 82, 50) in RGB, hsl(13, 60%, 49%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 59%, 75%, 22%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #C85232?
White text on this background reaches 4.46:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.71:1.
What colors go well with #C85232?
Its direct complement is #32A7C8. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #32C89D and #325CC8 gives you contrast without the vibration.