analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#D0233C — Cardinal
#D0233C is a mid-tone 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.
#d0233c
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Tints and shades of #D0233C
- fdf2f4
- f6cad0
- efa2ad
- e87a8a
- e25167
- db2944
- b61f36
- 8e182a
- 66111e
- 3e0b12
- 160406
Color schemes using #D0233C
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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#D0233C FAQ
What color is #D0233C?
#D0233C is a shade of cardinal in the red family. It has a hue of 351 degrees, 71% saturation and 48% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #D0233C?
#D0233C is rgb(208, 35, 60) in RGB, hsl(351, 71%, 48%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 83%, 71%, 18%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #D0233C?
White text on this background reaches 5.27:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.99:1.
What colors go well with #D0233C?
Its direct complement is #23D1B7. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #23D160 and #2394D1 gives you contrast without the vibration.