analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DD2E13 — Vermilion
#DD2E13 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.
#dd2e13
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Tints and shades of #DD2E13
- fef3f1
- facdc6
- f6a79b
- f3816f
- ef5b44
- eb3519
- c42911
- 99200d
- 6e170a
- 430e06
- 170502
Color schemes using #DD2E13
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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#DD2E13 FAQ
What color is #DD2E13?
#DD2E13 is a shade of vermilion in the red family. It has a hue of 8 degrees, 84% saturation and 47% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DD2E13?
#DD2E13 is rgb(221, 46, 19) in RGB, hsl(8, 84%, 47%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 79%, 91%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DD2E13?
White text on this background reaches 4.69:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.47:1.
What colors go well with #DD2E13?
Its direct complement is #13C2DD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #13DD93 and #135DDD gives you contrast without the vibration.