analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DC2E48 — Brick Red
#DC2E48 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 351° 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.
#dc2e48
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Tints and shades of #DC2E48
- fdf2f4
- f6cad0
- efa2ad
- e87a8a
- e25167
- db2944
- b61f36
- 8e182a
- 66111e
- 3e0b12
- 160406
Color schemes using #DC2E48
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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#DC2E48 FAQ
What color is #DC2E48?
#DC2E48 is a shade of brick red in the red family. It has a hue of 351 degrees, 71% saturation and 52% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DC2E48?
#DC2E48 is rgb(220, 46, 72) in RGB, hsl(351, 71%, 52%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 79%, 67%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DC2E48?
White text on this background reaches 4.64:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.53:1.
What colors go well with #DC2E48?
Its direct complement is #2EDCC1. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2EDC6B and #2E9FDC gives you contrast without the vibration.