analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DE353B — Vermilion
#DE353B is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 358° 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 #DE353B
- fdf2f2
- f6c9cb
- f0a1a4
- e9797d
- e35055
- dc282e
- b71e23
- 8f171b
- 671114
- 3e0a0c
- 160404
Color schemes using #DE353B
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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#DE353B FAQ
What color is #DE353B?
#DE353B is a shade of vermilion in the red family. It has a hue of 358 degrees, 72% saturation and 54% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DE353B?
#DE353B is rgb(222, 53, 59) in RGB, hsl(358, 72%, 54%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 76%, 73%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DE353B?
White text on this background reaches 4.49:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.68:1.
What colors go well with #DE353B?
Its direct complement is #35DED9. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #35DE84 and #358FDE gives you contrast without the vibration.