analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#CD3C46 — Brick Red
#CD3C46 is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 356° 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.
#cd3c46
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Tints and shades of #CD3C46
- fcf3f3
- f2ced0
- e9a8ad
- df8389
- d55e66
- cc3842
- a92c34
- 842229
- 5f181d
- 3a0f12
- 140506
Color schemes using #CD3C46
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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#CD3C46 FAQ
What color is #CD3C46?
#CD3C46 is a shade of brick red in the red family. It has a hue of 356 degrees, 59% saturation and 52% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #CD3C46?
#CD3C46 is rgb(205, 60, 70) in RGB, hsl(356, 59%, 52%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 71%, 66%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #CD3C46?
White text on this background reaches 4.85:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.33:1.
What colors go well with #CD3C46?
Its direct complement is #3CCDC3. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #3CCD7B and #3C8ECD gives you contrast without the vibration.