analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DD0E0E — Cherry Red
#DD0E0E is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 0° 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 #DD0E0E
- fef1f1
- fbc5c5
- f89898
- f66c6c
- f34040
- f01414
- c80d0d
- 9c0a0a
- 700707
- 440404
- 180202
Color schemes using #DD0E0E
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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#DD0E0E FAQ
What color is #DD0E0E?
#DD0E0E is a shade of cherry red in the red family. It has a hue of 0 degrees, 88% saturation and 46% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DD0E0E?
#DD0E0E is rgb(221, 14, 14) in RGB, hsl(0, 88%, 46%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 94%, 94%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DD0E0E?
White text on this background reaches 5.07:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.14:1.
What colors go well with #DD0E0E?
Its direct complement is #0EDDDD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #0EDD75 and #0E75DD gives you contrast without the vibration.