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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#CC4233 — Vermilion
#CC4233 is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 6° 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.
#cc4233
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Tints and shades of #CC4233
- fcf4f3
- f3d1cd
- e9aea8
- e08c82
- d6695d
- cd4637
- ab372b
- 852b21
- 5f1f18
- 3a130e
- 140705
Color schemes using #CC4233
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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#CC4233 FAQ
What color is #CC4233?
#CC4233 is a shade of vermilion in the red family. It has a hue of 6 degrees, 60% saturation and 50% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #CC4233?
#CC4233 is rgb(204, 66, 51) in RGB, hsl(6, 60%, 50%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 68%, 75%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #CC4233?
White text on this background reaches 4.78:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.39:1.
What colors go well with #CC4233?
Its direct complement is #33BDCC. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #33CC8F and #3370CC gives you contrast without the vibration.