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#E64B3D — Vermilion

#E64B3D is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 5° 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 #E64B3D

Color schemes using #E64B3D

analogous

Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.

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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#E64B3D FAQ

What color is #E64B3D?

#E64B3D is a shade of vermilion in the red family. It has a hue of 5 degrees, 77% saturation and 57% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.

What is the RGB value of #E64B3D?

#E64B3D is rgb(230, 75, 61) in RGB, hsl(5, 77%, 57%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 67%, 73%, 10%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #E64B3D?

White text on this background reaches 3.86:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.44:1.

What colors go well with #E64B3D?

Its direct complement is #3DD8E6. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #3DE69F and #3D83E6 gives you contrast without the vibration.