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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DD2C47 — Crimson
#DD2C47 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 351° 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 #DD2C47
- fdf2f3
- f6c9d0
- f0a1ad
- e9798a
- e35066
- dc2843
- b71e35
- 8f1729
- 67111e
- 3e0a12
- 160406
Color schemes using #DD2C47
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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#DD2C47 FAQ
What color is #DD2C47?
#DD2C47 is a shade of crimson in the red family. It has a hue of 351 degrees, 72% saturation and 52% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DD2C47?
#DD2C47 is rgb(221, 44, 71) in RGB, hsl(351, 72%, 52%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 80%, 68%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DD2C47?
White text on this background reaches 4.64:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.53:1.
What colors go well with #DD2C47?
Its direct complement is #2CDDC2. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2CDD6A and #2C9FDD gives you contrast without the vibration.