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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#8E9424 — Citron
#8E9424 is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 63° 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 #8E9424
- fcfcf3
- f1f3cd
- e6eaa7
- dce181
- d1d75c
- c7ce36
- a5ac2a
- 818620
- 5c6017
- 383a0e
- 141505
Color schemes using #8E9424
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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#8E9424 FAQ
What color is #8E9424?
#8E9424 is a shade of citron in the yellow family. It has a hue of 63 degrees, 61% saturation and 36% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #8E9424?
#8E9424 is rgb(142, 148, 36) in RGB, hsl(63, 61%, 36%) in HSL, and cmyk(4%, 0%, 76%, 42%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #8E9424?
White text on this background reaches 3.28:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.41:1.
What colors go well with #8E9424?
Its direct complement is #292494. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #245694 and #612494 gives you contrast without the vibration.