analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#CD5247 — Brick Red
#CD5247 is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 5° 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.
#cd5247
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Tints and shades of #CD5247
- fcf4f3
- f2d1ce
- e8afa9
- dd8c84
- d36960
- c9473b
- a7382e
- 832c24
- 5e1f1a
- 391310
- 140705
Color schemes using #CD5247
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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#CD5247 FAQ
What color is #CD5247?
#CD5247 is a shade of brick red in the red family. It has a hue of 5 degrees, 57% saturation and 54% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #CD5247?
#CD5247 is rgb(205, 82, 71) in RGB, hsl(5, 57%, 54%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 60%, 65%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #CD5247?
White text on this background reaches 4.29:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.89:1.
What colors go well with #CD5247?
Its direct complement is #47C1CD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #47CD95 and #477FCD gives you contrast without the vibration.