analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#AD8D43 — Copper
#AD8D43 is a mid-tone moderately saturated yellow sitting at 42° 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 #AD8D43
- fbf9f4
- eee5d2
- e0d2b0
- d3bf8f
- c6ab6d
- b9984b
- 997d3c
- 78622f
- 564621
- 342b14
- 120f07
Color schemes using #AD8D43
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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#AD8D43 FAQ
What color is #AD8D43?
#AD8D43 is a shade of copper in the yellow family. It has a hue of 42 degrees, 44% saturation and 47% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #AD8D43?
#AD8D43 is rgb(173, 141, 67) in RGB, hsl(42, 44%, 47%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 18%, 61%, 32%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #AD8D43?
White text on this background reaches 3.15:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.67:1.
What colors go well with #AD8D43?
Its direct complement is #4363AD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #4397AD and #5843AD gives you contrast without the vibration.