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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#CC4533 — Vermilion
#CC4533 is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 7° 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.
#cc4533
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Tints and shades of #CC4533
- fcf4f3
- f3d2cd
- e9afa8
- e08d82
- d66b5d
- cd4937
- ab3a2b
- 852d21
- 5f2018
- 3a140e
- 140705
Color schemes using #CC4533
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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#CC4533 FAQ
What color is #CC4533?
#CC4533 is a shade of vermilion in the red family. It has a hue of 7 degrees, 60% saturation and 50% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #CC4533?
#CC4533 is rgb(204, 69, 51) in RGB, hsl(7, 60%, 50%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 66%, 75%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #CC4533?
White text on this background reaches 4.7:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.47:1.
What colors go well with #CC4533?
Its direct complement is #33BACC. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #33CC91 and #336ECC gives you contrast without the vibration.