analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#CE4340 — Brick Red
#CE4340 is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 1° 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.
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Tints and shades of #CE4340
- fcf3f3
- f2cece
- e9a9a8
- df8483
- d5605e
- cc3b38
- a92e2c
- 842422
- 5f1a18
- 3a100f
- 140505
Color schemes using #CE4340
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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#CE4340 FAQ
What color is #CE4340?
#CE4340 is a shade of brick red in the red family. It has a hue of 1 degrees, 59% saturation and 53% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #CE4340?
#CE4340 is rgb(206, 67, 64) in RGB, hsl(1, 59%, 53%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 67%, 69%, 19%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #CE4340?
White text on this background reaches 4.67:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.5:1.
What colors go well with #CE4340?
Its direct complement is #40CCCE. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #40CE8A and #4085CE gives you contrast without the vibration.