analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DD642C — Copper
#DD642C is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 19° 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 #DD642C
- fdf5f2
- f6d8c9
- f0baa1
- e99c79
- e37f50
- dc6128
- b74e1e
- 8f3d17
- 672c11
- 3e1b0a
- 160904
Color schemes using #DD642C
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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#DD642C FAQ
What color is #DD642C?
#DD642C is a shade of copper in the orange family. It has a hue of 19 degrees, 72% saturation and 52% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DD642C?
#DD642C is rgb(221, 100, 44) in RGB, hsl(19, 72%, 52%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 55%, 80%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DD642C?
White text on this background reaches 3.54:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.93:1.
What colors go well with #DD642C?
Its direct complement is #2CA5DD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2CDDBC and #2C4DDD gives you contrast without the vibration.