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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#ADB33D — Citron
#ADB33D is a mid-tone moderately 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 #ADB33D
- fbfbf4
- eeefd1
- e0e3ae
- d3d78b
- c6cb68
- b9bf45
- 9a9f36
- 787c2a
- 56591e
- 343612
- 121307
Color schemes using #ADB33D
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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#ADB33D FAQ
What color is #ADB33D?
#ADB33D is a shade of citron in the yellow family. It has a hue of 63 degrees, 49% saturation and 47% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #ADB33D?
#ADB33D is rgb(173, 179, 61) in RGB, hsl(63, 49%, 47%) in HSL, and cmyk(3%, 0%, 66%, 30%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #ADB33D?
White text on this background reaches 2.26:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 9.29:1.
What colors go well with #ADB33D?
Its direct complement is #433DB3. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #3D72B3 and #7E3DB3 gives you contrast without the vibration.