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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DB653D — Terracotta
#DB653D is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 15° 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 #DB653D
- fdf5f2
- f5d5ca
- eeb6a3
- e7967b
- e07653
- d8572c
- b44621
- 8c361a
- 652712
- 3d180b
- 160804
Color schemes using #DB653D
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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#DB653D FAQ
What color is #DB653D?
#DB653D is a shade of terracotta in the orange family. It has a hue of 15 degrees, 69% saturation and 55% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DB653D?
#DB653D is rgb(219, 101, 61) in RGB, hsl(15, 69%, 55%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 54%, 72%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DB653D?
White text on this background reaches 3.53:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.94:1.
What colors go well with #DB653D?
Its direct complement is #3DB4DB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #3DDBB4 and #3D65DB gives you contrast without the vibration.