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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#E16647 — Terracotta
#E16647 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 #E16647
- fdf4f2
- f6d2c9
- f0b1a1
- e98f79
- e36e50
- dc4c28
- b73d1e
- 8f2f17
- 672211
- 3e150a
- 160704
Color schemes using #E16647
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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#E16647 FAQ
What color is #E16647?
#E16647 is a shade of terracotta in the orange family. It has a hue of 12 degrees, 72% saturation and 58% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #E16647?
#E16647 is rgb(225, 102, 71) in RGB, hsl(12, 72%, 58%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 55%, 68%, 12%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #E16647?
White text on this background reaches 3.39:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.19:1.
What colors go well with #E16647?
Its direct complement is #47C2E1. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #47E1B3 and #4775E1 gives you contrast without the vibration.