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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#D5331A — Vermilion
#D5331A is a mid-tone 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 #D5331A
- fdf3f1
- f8cec8
- f3a99e
- ee8474
- e95f4a
- e43b21
- be2e17
- 942412
- 6a1a0d
- 400f08
- 170503
Color schemes using #D5331A
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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#D5331A FAQ
What color is #D5331A?
#D5331A is a shade of vermilion in the red family. It has a hue of 8 degrees, 78% saturation and 47% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #D5331A?
#D5331A is rgb(213, 51, 26) in RGB, hsl(8, 78%, 47%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 76%, 88%, 16%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #D5331A?
White text on this background reaches 4.86:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.32:1.
What colors go well with #D5331A?
Its direct complement is #1ABCD5. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #1AD591 and #1A5FD5 gives you contrast without the vibration.