analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#D23A2D — Vermilion
#D23A2D is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 5° 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.
#d23a2d
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Tints and shades of #D23A2D
- fcf3f2
- f4cfcc
- ecaba5
- e4877e
- db6358
- d33e31
- b03125
- 89261d
- 621b15
- 3c110d
- 150604
Color schemes using #D23A2D
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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#D23A2D FAQ
What color is #D23A2D?
#D23A2D is a shade of vermilion in the red family. It has a hue of 5 degrees, 65% saturation and 50% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #D23A2D?
#D23A2D is rgb(210, 58, 45) in RGB, hsl(5, 65%, 50%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 72%, 79%, 18%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #D23A2D?
White text on this background reaches 4.79:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.38:1.
What colors go well with #D23A2D?
Its direct complement is #2DC5D2. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2DD28D and #2D72D2 gives you contrast without the vibration.