analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#AD7B43 — Caramel
#AD7B43 is a mid-tone moderately saturated orange sitting at 32° 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 #AD7B43
- fbf8f4
- eee1d2
- e0cab0
- d3b38f
- c69c6d
- b9864b
- 996e3c
- 78562f
- 563d21
- 342514
- 120d07
Color schemes using #AD7B43
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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#AD7B43 FAQ
What color is #AD7B43?
#AD7B43 is a shade of caramel in the orange family. It has a hue of 32 degrees, 44% saturation and 47% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #AD7B43?
#AD7B43 is rgb(173, 123, 67) in RGB, hsl(32, 44%, 47%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 29%, 61%, 32%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #AD7B43?
White text on this background reaches 3.69:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.69:1.
What colors go well with #AD7B43?
Its direct complement is #4374AD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #43A9AD and #4743AD gives you contrast without the vibration.