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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#E12D33 — Vermilion
#E12D33 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 358° 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 #E12D33
- fdf2f2
- f7c9ca
- f1a0a2
- eb767a
- e64d52
- e0242b
- bb1b20
- 911519
- 680f12
- 3f090b
- 160304
Color schemes using #E12D33
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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#E12D33 FAQ
What color is #E12D33?
#E12D33 is a shade of vermilion in the red family. It has a hue of 358 degrees, 75% saturation and 53% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #E12D33?
#E12D33 is rgb(225, 45, 51) in RGB, hsl(358, 75%, 53%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 80%, 77%, 12%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #E12D33?
White text on this background reaches 4.54:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.62:1.
What colors go well with #E12D33?
Its direct complement is #2DE1DB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2DE181 and #2D8DE1 gives you contrast without the vibration.