analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DF4B2A — Vermilion
#DF4B2A is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 11° 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.
#df4b2a
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Tints and shades of #DF4B2A
- fdf4f2
- f7d1c9
- f1afa0
- eb8c77
- e56a4e
- df4726
- b9391c
- 912c16
- 682010
- 3f1309
- 160703
Color schemes using #DF4B2A
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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#DF4B2A FAQ
What color is #DF4B2A?
#DF4B2A is a shade of vermilion in the red family. It has a hue of 11 degrees, 74% saturation and 52% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DF4B2A?
#DF4B2A is rgb(223, 75, 42) in RGB, hsl(11, 74%, 52%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 66%, 81%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DF4B2A?
White text on this background reaches 4.06:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.18:1.
What colors go well with #DF4B2A?
Its direct complement is #2ABEDF. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2ADFA6 and #2A63DF gives you contrast without the vibration.