analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#CC3387 — Brick Red
#CC3387 is a mid-tone moderately saturated pink sitting at 327° 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.
#cc3387
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Tints and shades of #CC3387
- fcf3f8
- f3cde2
- e9a8cc
- e082b6
- d65da0
- cd378a
- ab2b71
- 852158
- 5f183f
- 3a0e26
- 14050e
Color schemes using #CC3387
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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#CC3387 FAQ
What color is #CC3387?
#CC3387 is a shade of brick red in the pink family. It has a hue of 327 degrees, 60% saturation and 50% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #CC3387?
#CC3387 is rgb(204, 51, 135) in RGB, hsl(327, 60%, 50%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 75%, 34%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #CC3387?
White text on this background reaches 4.78:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.39:1.
What colors go well with #CC3387?
Its direct complement is #33CC78. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #3BCC33 and #33CCC4 gives you contrast without the vibration.