analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DC8560 — Terracotta
#DC8560 is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 18° 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 #DC8560
- fcf5f2
- f4d8cc
- ebbaa6
- e39d7f
- da8059
- d26232
- af4f26
- 883e1e
- 622c15
- 3b1b0d
- 150905
Color schemes using #DC8560
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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#DC8560 FAQ
What color is #DC8560?
#DC8560 is a shade of terracotta in the orange family. It has a hue of 18 degrees, 64% saturation and 62% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DC8560?
#DC8560 is rgb(220, 133, 96) in RGB, hsl(18, 64%, 62%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 40%, 56%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DC8560?
White text on this background reaches 2.78:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 7.57:1.
What colors go well with #DC8560?
Its direct complement is #60B7DC. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #60DCC3 and #6079DC gives you contrast without the vibration.