analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#CC7824 — Copper
#CC7824 is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 30° 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.
#cc7824
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Tints and shades of #CC7824
- fdf7f2
- f6e0ca
- efc8a2
- e8b17a
- e19a52
- da822b
- b56b20
- 8d5319
- 653c12
- 3e240b
- 160d04
Color schemes using #CC7824
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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#CC7824 FAQ
What color is #CC7824?
#CC7824 is a shade of copper in the orange family. It has a hue of 30 degrees, 70% saturation and 47% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #CC7824?
#CC7824 is rgb(204, 120, 36) in RGB, hsl(30, 70%, 47%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 41%, 82%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #CC7824?
White text on this background reaches 3.34:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.28:1.
What colors go well with #CC7824?
Its direct complement is #2478CC. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #24CCCC and #2424CC gives you contrast without the vibration.