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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DD472C — Vermilion
#DD472C is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 9° 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 #DD472C
- fdf3f2
- f6d0c9
- f0ada1
- e98a79
- e36650
- dc4328
- b7351e
- 8f2917
- 671e11
- 3e120a
- 160604
Color schemes using #DD472C
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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#DD472C FAQ
What color is #DD472C?
#DD472C is a shade of vermilion in the red family. It has a hue of 9 degrees, 72% saturation and 52% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DD472C?
#DD472C is rgb(221, 71, 44) in RGB, hsl(9, 72%, 52%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 68%, 80%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DD472C?
White text on this background reaches 4.19:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.01:1.
What colors go well with #DD472C?
Its direct complement is #2CC2DD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2CDD9F and #2C6ADD gives you contrast without the vibration.