analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#CC7700 — Burnt Orange
#CC7700 is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 35° 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.
#cc7700
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Tints and shades of #CC7700
- fff9f0
- ffe5c1
- ffd292
- ffbe63
- ffaa34
- ff9705
- d57c00
- a66100
- 774600
- 482a00
- 190f00
Color schemes using #CC7700
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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#CC7700 FAQ
What color is #CC7700?
#CC7700 is a shade of burnt orange in the orange family. It has a hue of 35 degrees, 100% saturation and 40% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #CC7700?
#CC7700 is rgb(204, 119, 0) in RGB, hsl(35, 100%, 40%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 42%, 100%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #CC7700?
White text on this background reaches 3.38:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.21:1.
What colors go well with #CC7700?
Its direct complement is #0055CC. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #00BBCC and #1100CC gives you contrast without the vibration.