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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DF4620 — Vermilion
#DF4620 is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 12° 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 #DF4620
- fdf4f2
- f7d2c9
- f1b0a0
- eb8e76
- e66c4d
- e04a24
- bb3b1b
- 912e15
- 68210f
- 3f1409
- 160703
Color schemes using #DF4620
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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#DF4620 FAQ
What color is #DF4620?
#DF4620 is a shade of vermilion in the orange family. It has a hue of 12 degrees, 75% saturation and 50% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DF4620?
#DF4620 is rgb(223, 70, 32) in RGB, hsl(12, 75%, 50%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 69%, 86%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DF4620?
White text on this background reaches 4.17:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.03:1.
What colors go well with #DF4620?
Its direct complement is #20B9DF. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #20DFA6 and #2059DF gives you contrast without the vibration.