analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DC4E2E — Vermilion
#DC4E2E is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 11° 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.
#dc4e2e
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Tints and shades of #DC4E2E
- fdf4f2
- f6d2ca
- efb0a2
- e88e7a
- e26c51
- db4a29
- b63b1f
- 8e2e18
- 662111
- 3e140b
- 160704
Color schemes using #DC4E2E
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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#DC4E2E FAQ
What color is #DC4E2E?
#DC4E2E is a shade of vermilion in the red family. It has a hue of 11 degrees, 71% saturation and 52% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DC4E2E?
#DC4E2E is rgb(220, 78, 46) in RGB, hsl(11, 71%, 52%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 65%, 79%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DC4E2E?
White text on this background reaches 4.06:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.17:1.
What colors go well with #DC4E2E?
Its direct complement is #2EBCDC. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2EDCA4 and #2E65DC gives you contrast without the vibration.