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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DF4943 — Vermilion
#DF4943 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 #DF4943
- fdf2f2
- f6cbca
- efa4a2
- e87d7a
- e25651
- db2f29
- b6241f
- 8e1c18
- 661411
- 3e0c0b
- 160404
Color schemes using #DF4943
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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#DF4943 FAQ
What color is #DF4943?
#DF4943 is a shade of vermilion in the red family. It has a hue of 2 degrees, 71% saturation and 57% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DF4943?
#DF4943 is rgb(223, 73, 67) in RGB, hsl(2, 71%, 57%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 67%, 70%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DF4943?
White text on this background reaches 4.06:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.17:1.
What colors go well with #DF4943?
Its direct complement is #43DADF. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #43DF97 and #438CDF gives you contrast without the vibration.