analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#CC0505 — Cherry Red
#CC0505 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.
#cc0505
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Tints and shades of #CC0505
- fff0f0
- fdc2c2
- fc9595
- fb6767
- fa3939
- f90b0b
- d00505
- a20404
- 740303
- 470202
- 190101
Color schemes using #CC0505
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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#CC0505 FAQ
What color is #CC0505?
#CC0505 is a shade of cherry red in the red family. It has a hue of 0 degrees, 95% saturation and 41% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #CC0505?
#CC0505 is rgb(204, 5, 5) in RGB, hsl(0, 95%, 41%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 98%, 98%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #CC0505?
White text on this background reaches 5.85:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.59:1.
What colors go well with #CC0505?
Its direct complement is #05CCCC. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #05CC69 and #0569CC gives you contrast without the vibration.