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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DF2620 — Crimson
#DF2620 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 2° 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 #DF2620
- fdf2f2
- f7cac9
- f1a2a0
- eb7a76
- e6524d
- e02b24
- bb201b
- 911915
- 68120f
- 3f0b09
- 160403
Color schemes using #DF2620
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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#DF2620 FAQ
What color is #DF2620?
#DF2620 is a shade of crimson in the red family. It has a hue of 2 degrees, 75% saturation and 50% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DF2620?
#DF2620 is rgb(223, 38, 32) in RGB, hsl(2, 75%, 50%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 83%, 86%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DF2620?
White text on this background reaches 4.73:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.44:1.
What colors go well with #DF2620?
Its direct complement is #20D9DF. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #20DF86 and #2079DF gives you contrast without the vibration.