analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DD3E2C — Vermilion
#DD3E2C is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 6° 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.
#dd3e2c
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Tints and shades of #DD3E2C
- fdf3f2
- f6cec9
- f0a9a1
- e98479
- e35f50
- dc3a28
- b72d1e
- 8f2317
- 671911
- 3e0f0a
- 160504
Color schemes using #DD3E2C
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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#DD3E2C FAQ
What color is #DD3E2C?
#DD3E2C is a shade of vermilion in the red family. It has a hue of 6 degrees, 72% saturation and 52% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DD3E2C?
#DD3E2C is rgb(221, 62, 44) in RGB, hsl(6, 72%, 52%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 72%, 80%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DD3E2C?
White text on this background reaches 4.38:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.8:1.
What colors go well with #DD3E2C?
Its direct complement is #2CCBDD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2CDD96 and #2C73DD gives you contrast without the vibration.