analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#AEAE73 — Sand
#AEAE73 is a mid-tone moderately saturated yellow sitting at 60° 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 #AEAE73
- f9f9f5
- e8e8d7
- d7d7ba
- c6c69c
- b5b57e
- a4a460
- 87874e
- 6a6a3d
- 4c4c2c
- 2e2e1a
- 101009
Color schemes using #AEAE73
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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#AEAE73 FAQ
What color is #AEAE73?
#AEAE73 is a shade of sand in the yellow family. It has a hue of 60 degrees, 27% saturation and 57% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #AEAE73?
#AEAE73 is rgb(174, 174, 115) in RGB, hsl(60, 27%, 57%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 0%, 34%, 32%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #AEAE73?
White text on this background reaches 2.31:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 9.1:1.
What colors go well with #AEAE73?
Its direct complement is #7474AF. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #7491AF and #9174AF gives you contrast without the vibration.