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#D04435 — Vermilion

#D04435 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 6° 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 #D04435

Color schemes using #D04435

analogous

Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.

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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#D04435 FAQ

What color is #D04435?

#D04435 is a shade of vermilion in the red family. It has a hue of 6 degrees, 62% saturation and 51% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.

What is the RGB value of #D04435?

#D04435 is rgb(208, 68, 53) in RGB, hsl(6, 62%, 51%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 67%, 75%, 18%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #D04435?

White text on this background reaches 4.61:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.56:1.

What colors go well with #D04435?

Its direct complement is #35C0D0. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #35D092 and #3573D0 gives you contrast without the vibration.