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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#E0695C — Terracotta
#E0695C is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 6° 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 #E0695C
- fdf3f2
- f5cfcb
- eeaba3
- e6877c
- df6254
- d73e2d
- b33122
- 8c261b
- 641b13
- 3d110c
- 150604
Color schemes using #E0695C
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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#E0695C FAQ
What color is #E0695C?
#E0695C is a shade of terracotta in the red family. It has a hue of 6 degrees, 68% saturation and 62% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #E0695C?
#E0695C is rgb(224, 105, 92) in RGB, hsl(6, 68%, 62%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 53%, 59%, 12%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #E0695C?
White text on this background reaches 3.31:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.34:1.
What colors go well with #E0695C?
Its direct complement is #5CD3E0. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #5CE0AB and #5C91E0 gives you contrast without the vibration.