analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#EC3C62 — Brick Red
#EC3C62 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 347° 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.
#ec3c62
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Tints and shades of #EC3C62
- fef1f4
- f9c6d1
- f59caf
- f1718d
- ed466a
- e91c48
- c21339
- 970f2d
- 6d0b20
- 420713
- 170207
Color schemes using #EC3C62
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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#EC3C62 FAQ
What color is #EC3C62?
#EC3C62 is a shade of brick red in the red family. It has a hue of 347 degrees, 82% saturation and 58% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #EC3C62?
#EC3C62 is rgb(236, 60, 98) in RGB, hsl(347, 82%, 58%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 75%, 58%, 7%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #EC3C62?
White text on this background reaches 3.9:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.39:1.
What colors go well with #EC3C62?
Its direct complement is #3CECC6. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #3CEC6E and #3CBAEC gives you contrast without the vibration.