analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#5A5011 — Sepia
#5A5011 is a dark saturated yellow sitting at 52° 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 #5A5011
- fdfbf2
- f5efcb
- eee4a3
- e6d87c
- dfcc54
- d7c02d
- b3a022
- 8c7d1b
- 645913
- 3d360c
- 151304
Color schemes using #5A5011
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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#5A5011 FAQ
What color is #5A5011?
#5A5011 is a shade of sepia in the yellow family. It has a hue of 52 degrees, 68% saturation and 21% lightness, which makes it a dark saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #5A5011?
#5A5011 is rgb(90, 80, 17) in RGB, hsl(52, 68%, 21%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 11%, 81%, 65%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #5A5011?
White text on this background reaches 8.11:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.59:1.
What colors go well with #5A5011?
Its direct complement is #111B5A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #113F5A and #2C115A gives you contrast without the vibration.