analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#CD0E15 — Cherry Red
#CD0E15 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 358° 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.
#cd0e15
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Tints and shades of #CD0E15
- fef1f1
- fbc5c7
- f8999c
- f56d72
- f24147
- ef151d
- c70e14
- 9b0b10
- 70080b
- 440507
- 180202
Color schemes using #CD0E15
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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#CD0E15 FAQ
What color is #CD0E15?
#CD0E15 is a shade of cherry red in the red family. It has a hue of 358 degrees, 87% saturation and 43% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #CD0E15?
#CD0E15 is rgb(205, 14, 21) in RGB, hsl(358, 87%, 43%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 93%, 90%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #CD0E15?
White text on this background reaches 5.72:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.67:1.
What colors go well with #CD0E15?
Its direct complement is #0ECDC7. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #0ECD67 and #0E74CD gives you contrast without the vibration.