analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DD5B2C — Vermilion
#DD5B2C is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 16° 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.
#dd5b2c
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Tints and shades of #DD5B2C
- fdf5f2
- f6d5c9
- f0b6a1
- e99779
- e37750
- dc5828
- b7471e
- 8f3717
- 672811
- 3e180a
- 160804
Color schemes using #DD5B2C
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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#DD5B2C FAQ
What color is #DD5B2C?
#DD5B2C is a shade of vermilion in the orange family. It has a hue of 16 degrees, 72% saturation and 52% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DD5B2C?
#DD5B2C is rgb(221, 91, 44) in RGB, hsl(16, 72%, 52%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 59%, 80%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DD5B2C?
White text on this background reaches 3.75:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.61:1.
What colors go well with #DD5B2C?
Its direct complement is #2CAEDD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2CDDB4 and #2C56DD gives you contrast without the vibration.