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#DD0E30 — Crimson

#DD0E30 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 350° 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 #DD0E30

Color schemes using #DD0E30

analogous

Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.

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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#DD0E30 FAQ

What color is #DD0E30?

#DD0E30 is a shade of crimson in the red family. It has a hue of 350 degrees, 88% saturation and 46% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.

What is the RGB value of #DD0E30?

#DD0E30 is rgb(221, 14, 48) in RGB, hsl(350, 88%, 46%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 94%, 78%, 13%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #DD0E30?

White text on this background reaches 5.02:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.18:1.

What colors go well with #DD0E30?

Its direct complement is #0EDDBA. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #0EDD53 and #0E98DD gives you contrast without the vibration.