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#D14C3D — Vermilion

#D14C3D 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 #D14C3D

Color schemes using #D14C3D

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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#D14C3D FAQ

What color is #D14C3D?

#D14C3D is a shade of vermilion in the red family. It has a hue of 6 degrees, 62% saturation and 53% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.

What is the RGB value of #D14C3D?

#D14C3D is rgb(209, 76, 61) in RGB, hsl(6, 62%, 53%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 64%, 71%, 18%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #D14C3D?

White text on this background reaches 4.36:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.81:1.

What colors go well with #D14C3D?

Its direct complement is #3DC3D1. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #3DD196 and #3D78D1 gives you contrast without the vibration.