analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DB0E0A — Cherry Red
#DB0E0A is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 1° 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 #DB0E0A
- fef1f0
- fcc5c4
- fa9897
- f86c6a
- f6403d
- f41410
- cc0d0a
- 9f0a07
- 720705
- 450403
- 180201
Color schemes using #DB0E0A
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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#DB0E0A FAQ
What color is #DB0E0A?
#DB0E0A is a shade of cherry red in the red family. It has a hue of 1 degrees, 91% saturation and 45% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DB0E0A?
#DB0E0A is rgb(219, 14, 10) in RGB, hsl(1, 91%, 45%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 94%, 95%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DB0E0A?
White text on this background reaches 5.15:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.08:1.
What colors go well with #DB0E0A?
Its direct complement is #0AD8DB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #0ADB76 and #0A6FDB gives you contrast without the vibration.