analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#CC383D — Brick Red
#CC383D is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 358° 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.
#cc383d
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Tints and shades of #CC383D
- fcf3f3
- f2cecf
- e9a8aa
- df8386
- d55e62
- cc383d
- a92c30
- 842225
- 5f181b
- 3a0f10
- 140506
Color schemes using #CC383D
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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#CC383D FAQ
What color is #CC383D?
#CC383D is a shade of brick red in the red family. It has a hue of 358 degrees, 59% saturation and 51% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #CC383D?
#CC383D is rgb(204, 56, 61) in RGB, hsl(358, 59%, 51%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 73%, 70%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #CC383D?
White text on this background reaches 5:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.2:1.
What colors go well with #CC383D?
Its direct complement is #38CCC7. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #38CC7D and #3887CC gives you contrast without the vibration.