analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#CC2E53 — Brick Red
#CC2E53 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 346° 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.
#cc2e53
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Tints and shades of #CC2E53
- fcf3f5
- f3ccd5
- eba6b6
- e28097
- d95a77
- d13358
- ae2747
- 881f37
- 611628
- 3b0d18
- 150508
Color schemes using #CC2E53
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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#CC2E53 FAQ
What color is #CC2E53?
#CC2E53 is a shade of brick red in the red family. It has a hue of 346 degrees, 63% saturation and 49% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #CC2E53?
#CC2E53 is rgb(204, 46, 83) in RGB, hsl(346, 63%, 49%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 77%, 59%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #CC2E53?
White text on this background reaches 5.14:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.08:1.
What colors go well with #CC2E53?
Its direct complement is #2ECCA7. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2ECC58 and #2EA2CC gives you contrast without the vibration.