What is a good contrast color for red???

Question

IT'S FOR A WEBSITE NAME....

Answer 1

Understanding the relationship between colors
To understand color, a good place to start is the color wheel. The color wheel contains 12 hues, and illustrates the relationship between colors.

On the color wheel, the 12 hues are separated into three distinct groups:

The primary colors: red, blue, and yellow. In theory, all other colors can be derived from these three.
The secondary colors: green, violet, and orange. These are created by combining the primary colors.
The tertiary colors: red-orange, red-violet, blue-violet, blue-green, yellow-orange, and yellow-green. These are made from combinations of the first six colors.

Background color
As a guideline, pick a background color and use three additional colors of text for maximum impact.
Consider both color and texture for backgrounds. Sometimes a neutral background with a pleasing texture will work better than a solid color.
When using multiple background colors, consider using analogous colors; the colors will blend together without detracting from the foreground text. You can further contrast the foreground text by using a complementary text color.
Color purpose
Use colors sparingly for more effect, and to avoid overwhelming the audience.
Similar colors may interact differently; a slight variation can change the tone or feel of the information.
Use color to indicate relationships between information, to convey a particular message, or to emphasize the information. If the message isn't clearly illustrated by a particular color choice, don't use that color.
Certain colors have common associations in society, such as red with warning or green with go. Use these color associations to illustrate your point, but proceed with caution, because these associations can differ depending on the nationality of the audience.
The same information written in different colors can convey different meanings. For example, you can greatly emphasize the meaning of the word hot by using red and orange font colors. Blue font, on the other hand, will detract from the meaning of the word.

Color and accessibility
According to various sources, 5 percent to 8 percent of men have some form of color blindness, red-green being the most common. For this reason, it's a good idea to limit the use of red and green to high contrast color combinations.
Avoid relying exclusively on color to present information; everyone, including blind and visually impaired individuals, should get all of the information from your presentation.

Answer 2

Green is the complement of red and therefore contrasts nicely, but it depends on what you're doing with it. Green and red might be too Christmasy a look. Yellow and red contrast well, but unless you are decorating a hot dog stand, you may want to avoid it. Green and white go well together and show up well against each other. All in all, once again, it depends on what you're doing as to what you would choose.

Answer 3

It depends on what message you want to sell out there.
Red on White background conveys youthfulness and attracts attention (look at yahoo logo) - good match. White on red background conveys dominance (coca cola). If your site has romantic theme like tango studio or evening restaurant black&red conveys romance and elegance
Red and green are oposite colors .. web page design has to convey clear message from first sight .. and if you mix red&green your visitors can get mixed signals on subtle level. in my opinion red&green could be appropriate only for comedy site.
Wish you inspiration.

Answer 4

green is the complimentary color to red, yes, but why not try red and brown. . .

Answer 5

red's complimentary color is green.
but if that looks too christmasy for you then do different shades (like maroon and sage look very nice together)
hope that helps!!

Answer 6

Tan

Answer 7

Black is perfect for red, you can also try white.

Answer 8

I like red and purple

Answer 9

white

Answer 10

I like red with black.
Or how about silver?!