analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#D31C12 — Cherry Red
#D31C12 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 3° 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 #D31C12
- fef2f1
- fac8c6
- f69f9b
- f3766f
- ef4d44
- eb2419
- c41a11
- 99140d
- 6e0f0a
- 430906
- 170302
Color schemes using #D31C12
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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#D31C12 FAQ
What color is #D31C12?
#D31C12 is a shade of cherry red in the red family. It has a hue of 3 degrees, 84% saturation and 45% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #D31C12?
#D31C12 is rgb(211, 28, 18) in RGB, hsl(3, 84%, 45%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 87%, 91%, 17%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #D31C12?
White text on this background reaches 5.32:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.94:1.
What colors go well with #D31C12?
Its direct complement is #12CAD3. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #12D37C and #1269D3 gives you contrast without the vibration.