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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DB484D — Brick Red
#DB484D is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 358° 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 #DB484D
- fcf2f3
- f5cbcc
- eda4a6
- e57d80
- de565a
- d62e34
- b22328
- 8b1b1f
- 641416
- 3c0c0e
- 150405
Color schemes using #DB484D
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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#DB484D FAQ
What color is #DB484D?
#DB484D is a shade of brick red in the red family. It has a hue of 358 degrees, 67% saturation and 57% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DB484D?
#DB484D is rgb(219, 72, 77) in RGB, hsl(358, 67%, 57%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 67%, 65%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DB484D?
White text on this background reaches 4.16:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.05:1.
What colors go well with #DB484D?
Its direct complement is #48DBD6. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #48DB8C and #4896DB gives you contrast without the vibration.