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#D55E44 — Terracotta

#D55E44 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 11° 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 #D55E44

Color schemes using #D55E44

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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#D55E44 FAQ

What color is #D55E44?

#D55E44 is a shade of terracotta in the red family. It has a hue of 11 degrees, 63% saturation and 55% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.

What is the RGB value of #D55E44?

#D55E44 is rgb(213, 94, 68) in RGB, hsl(11, 63%, 55%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 56%, 68%, 16%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #D55E44?

White text on this background reaches 3.81:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.51:1.

What colors go well with #D55E44?

Its direct complement is #44BAD5. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #44D5A7 and #4472D5 gives you contrast without the vibration.