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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#CB3E34 — Vermilion
#CB3E34 is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 4° 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 #CB3E34
- fcf3f3
- f2d0ce
- e9ada8
- df8983
- d5665e
- cc4238
- a9342c
- 842922
- 5f1d18
- 3a120f
- 140605
Color schemes using #CB3E34
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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#CB3E34 FAQ
What color is #CB3E34?
#CB3E34 is a shade of vermilion in the red family. It has a hue of 4 degrees, 59% saturation and 50% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #CB3E34?
#CB3E34 is rgb(203, 62, 52) in RGB, hsl(4, 59%, 50%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 69%, 74%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #CB3E34?
White text on this background reaches 4.91:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.28:1.
What colors go well with #CB3E34?
Its direct complement is #34C1CB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #34CB8A and #3475CB gives you contrast without the vibration.