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#DB0A2A — Cherry Red

#DB0A2A is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 351° 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 #DB0A2A

Color schemes using #DB0A2A

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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#DB0A2A FAQ

What color is #DB0A2A?

#DB0A2A is a shade of cherry red in the red family. It has a hue of 351 degrees, 91% saturation and 45% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.

What is the RGB value of #DB0A2A?

#DB0A2A is rgb(219, 10, 42) in RGB, hsl(351, 91%, 45%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 95%, 81%, 14%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #DB0A2A?

White text on this background reaches 5.14:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.09:1.

What colors go well with #DB0A2A?

Its direct complement is #0ADBBC. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #0ADB53 and #0A92DB gives you contrast without the vibration.