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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#CF3F55 — Brick Red
#CF3F55 is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 351° 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 #CF3F55
- fcf3f4
- f3cdd3
- e9a8b2
- e08290
- d65d6f
- cd374e
- ab2b3e
- 852130
- 5f1823
- 3a0e15
- 140507
Color schemes using #CF3F55
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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#CF3F55 FAQ
What color is #CF3F55?
#CF3F55 is a shade of brick red in the red family. It has a hue of 351 degrees, 60% saturation and 53% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #CF3F55?
#CF3F55 is rgb(207, 63, 85) in RGB, hsl(351, 60%, 53%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 70%, 59%, 19%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #CF3F55?
White text on this background reaches 4.67:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.5:1.
What colors go well with #CF3F55?
Its direct complement is #3FCFB9. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #3FCF72 and #3F9DCF gives you contrast without the vibration.