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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DB8588 — Dusty Rose
#DB8588 is a light moderately 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 #DB8588
- fbf3f3
- f1cfd0
- e6abad
- db878a
- d06366
- c63f43
- a43135
- 802629
- 5c1b1e
- 381112
- 140606
Color schemes using #DB8588
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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#DB8588 FAQ
What color is #DB8588?
#DB8588 is a shade of dusty rose in the red family. It has a hue of 358 degrees, 54% saturation and 69% lightness, which makes it a light muted color.
What is the RGB value of #DB8588?
#DB8588 is rgb(219, 133, 136) in RGB, hsl(358, 54%, 69%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 39%, 38%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DB8588?
White text on this background reaches 2.72:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 7.72:1.
What colors go well with #DB8588?
Its direct complement is #85DBD8. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #85DBAD and #85B3DB gives you contrast without the vibration.