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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#D6342E — Vermilion
#D6342E is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 2° 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 #D6342E
- fcf3f2
- f5cccb
- eda6a4
- e5807d
- de5a56
- d6342e
- b22823
- 8b1f1b
- 641614
- 3c0e0c
- 150504
Color schemes using #D6342E
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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#D6342E FAQ
What color is #D6342E?
#D6342E is a shade of vermilion in the red family. It has a hue of 2 degrees, 67% saturation and 51% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #D6342E?
#D6342E is rgb(214, 52, 46) in RGB, hsl(2, 67%, 51%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 76%, 79%, 16%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #D6342E?
White text on this background reaches 4.78:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.39:1.
What colors go well with #D6342E?
Its direct complement is #2ED0D6. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2ED688 and #2E7CD6 gives you contrast without the vibration.