analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DB4D1A — Vermilion
#DB4D1A is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 16° 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.
#db4d1a
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Tints and shades of #DB4D1A
- fdf5f1
- f8d4c7
- f4b49d
- ef9473
- ea7449
- e5541f
- bf4316
- 953411
- 6b260d
- 411708
- 170803
Color schemes using #DB4D1A
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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#DB4D1A FAQ
What color is #DB4D1A?
#DB4D1A is a shade of vermilion in the orange family. It has a hue of 16 degrees, 79% saturation and 48% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DB4D1A?
#DB4D1A is rgb(219, 77, 26) in RGB, hsl(16, 79%, 48%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 65%, 88%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DB4D1A?
White text on this background reaches 4.13:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.09:1.
What colors go well with #DB4D1A?
Its direct complement is #1AA8DB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #1ADBAE and #1A47DB gives you contrast without the vibration.