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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#D15E4D — Terracotta
#D15E4D is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 8° 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 #D15E4D
- fcf4f3
- f2d2ce
- e9b1a8
- df8f83
- d56e5e
- cc4c38
- a93c2c
- 842f22
- 5f2218
- 3a150f
- 140705
Color schemes using #D15E4D
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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#D15E4D FAQ
What color is #D15E4D?
#D15E4D is a shade of terracotta in the red family. It has a hue of 8 degrees, 59% saturation and 56% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #D15E4D?
#D15E4D is rgb(209, 94, 77) in RGB, hsl(8, 59%, 56%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 55%, 63%, 18%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #D15E4D?
White text on this background reaches 3.88:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.42:1.
What colors go well with #D15E4D?
Its direct complement is #4DBFD1. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #4DD1A0 and #4D7DD1 gives you contrast without the vibration.