analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#CC3A24 — Vermilion
#CC3A24 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 8° 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.
#cc3a24
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Tints and shades of #CC3A24
- fdf3f2
- f6d0ca
- efaca2
- e8897a
- e16552
- da422b
- b53420
- 8d2819
- 651d12
- 3e120b
- 160604
Color schemes using #CC3A24
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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#CC3A24 FAQ
What color is #CC3A24?
#CC3A24 is a shade of vermilion in the red family. It has a hue of 8 degrees, 70% saturation and 47% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #CC3A24?
#CC3A24 is rgb(204, 58, 36) in RGB, hsl(8, 70%, 47%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 72%, 82%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #CC3A24?
White text on this background reaches 5:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.2:1.
What colors go well with #CC3A24?
Its direct complement is #24B5CC. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #24CC8E and #2461CC gives you contrast without the vibration.