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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DB3933 — Vermilion
#DB3933 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 #DB3933
- fdf2f2
- f6ccca
- efa5a2
- e87e7a
- e15752
- da302b
- b52520
- 8d1d19
- 651512
- 3e0d0b
- 160404
Color schemes using #DB3933
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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#DB3933 FAQ
What color is #DB3933?
#DB3933 is a shade of vermilion in the red family. It has a hue of 2 degrees, 70% saturation and 53% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DB3933?
#DB3933 is rgb(219, 57, 51) in RGB, hsl(2, 70%, 53%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 74%, 77%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DB3933?
White text on this background reaches 4.52:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.65:1.
What colors go well with #DB3933?
Its direct complement is #33D5DB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #33DB8D and #3382DB gives you contrast without the vibration.