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#D22D56 — Brick Red

#D22D56 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 345° 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 #D22D56

Color schemes using #D22D56

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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#D22D56 FAQ

What color is #D22D56?

#D22D56 is a shade of brick red in the red family. It has a hue of 345 degrees, 65% saturation and 50% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.

What is the RGB value of #D22D56?

#D22D56 is rgb(210, 45, 86) in RGB, hsl(345, 65%, 50%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 79%, 59%, 18%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #D22D56?

White text on this background reaches 4.94:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.25:1.

What colors go well with #D22D56?

Its direct complement is #2DD2A9. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2DD256 and #2DA9D2 gives you contrast without the vibration.