analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DC7160 — Terracotta
#DC7160 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 8° 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.
#dc7160
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Tints and shades of #DC7160
- fcf4f2
- f4d1cc
- ebafa6
- e38c7f
- da6a59
- d24732
- af3926
- 882c1e
- 622015
- 3b130d
- 150705
Color schemes using #DC7160
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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#DC7160 FAQ
What color is #DC7160?
#DC7160 is a shade of terracotta in the red family. It has a hue of 8 degrees, 64% saturation and 62% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DC7160?
#DC7160 is rgb(220, 113, 96) in RGB, hsl(8, 64%, 62%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 49%, 56%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DC7160?
White text on this background reaches 3.19:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.57:1.
What colors go well with #DC7160?
Its direct complement is #60CCDC. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #60DCAF and #608EDC gives you contrast without the vibration.