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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DA6D49 — Terracotta
#DA6D49 is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 15° 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 #DA6D49
- fcf5f2
- f4d6cb
- ecb6a4
- e4977d
- dc7857
- d55930
- b14724
- 8a381c
- 632814
- 3c180c
- 150904
Color schemes using #DA6D49
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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#DA6D49 FAQ
What color is #DA6D49?
#DA6D49 is a shade of terracotta in the orange family. It has a hue of 15 degrees, 66% saturation and 57% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DA6D49?
#DA6D49 is rgb(218, 109, 73) in RGB, hsl(15, 66%, 57%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 50%, 67%, 15%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DA6D49?
White text on this background reaches 3.35:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.26:1.
What colors go well with #DA6D49?
Its direct complement is #49B6DA. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #49DAB6 and #496DDA gives you contrast without the vibration.