analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#CB604D — Caramel
#CB604D is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 9° 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 #CB604D
- fcf4f3
- f1d4cf
- e6b3aa
- dc9386
- d17262
- c7523d
- a54230
- 813325
- 5c251b
- 381610
- 140806
Color schemes using #CB604D
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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#CB604D FAQ
What color is #CB604D?
#CB604D is a shade of caramel in the red family. It has a hue of 9 degrees, 55% saturation and 55% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #CB604D?
#CB604D is rgb(203, 96, 77) in RGB, hsl(9, 55%, 55%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 53%, 62%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #CB604D?
White text on this background reaches 3.95:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.32:1.
What colors go well with #CB604D?
Its direct complement is #4DB8CB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #4DCB9F and #4D79CB gives you contrast without the vibration.