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#D6053A — Cherry Red

#D6053A 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 #D6053A

Color schemes using #D6053A

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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#D6053A FAQ

What color is #D6053A?

#D6053A is a shade of cherry red in the red family. It has a hue of 345 degrees, 95% saturation and 43% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.

What is the RGB value of #D6053A?

#D6053A is rgb(214, 5, 58) in RGB, hsl(345, 95%, 43%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 98%, 73%, 16%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #D6053A?

White text on this background reaches 5.33:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.94:1.

What colors go well with #D6053A?

Its direct complement is #05D6A2. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #05D63A and #05A2D6 gives you contrast without the vibration.