analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#CB2525 — Cardinal
#CB2525 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.
#cb2525
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Tints and shades of #CB2525
- fdf2f2
- f5caca
- eea3a3
- e77b7b
- e05353
- d82c2c
- b42121
- 8c1a1a
- 651212
- 3d0b0b
- 160404
Color schemes using #CB2525
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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#CB2525 FAQ
What color is #CB2525?
#CB2525 is a shade of cardinal in the red family. It has a hue of 0 degrees, 69% saturation and 47% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #CB2525?
#CB2525 is rgb(203, 37, 37) in RGB, hsl(0, 69%, 47%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 82%, 82%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #CB2525?
White text on this background reaches 5.48:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.83:1.
What colors go well with #CB2525?
Its direct complement is #25CBCB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #25CB78 and #2578CB gives you contrast without the vibration.