analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DB6761 — Terracotta
#DB6761 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 3° 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 #DB6761
- fcf3f3
- f3cecc
- eba9a6
- e28580
- d9605a
- d13b33
- ae2e27
- 88241f
- 611a16
- 3b100d
- 150605
Color schemes using #DB6761
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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#DB6761 FAQ
What color is #DB6761?
#DB6761 is a shade of terracotta in the red family. It has a hue of 3 degrees, 63% saturation and 62% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DB6761?
#DB6761 is rgb(219, 103, 97) in RGB, hsl(3, 63%, 62%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 53%, 56%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DB6761?
White text on this background reaches 3.43:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.12:1.
What colors go well with #DB6761?
Its direct complement is #61D5DB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #61DBA4 and #6198DB gives you contrast without the vibration.