analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#AF8B1D — Copper
#AF8B1D is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 45° 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.
#af8b1d
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Tints and shades of #AF8B1D
- fdfaf2
- f6ebc9
- f0dca1
- e9cd79
- e3be50
- dcaf28
- b7911e
- 8f7117
- 675111
- 3e310a
- 161104
Color schemes using #AF8B1D
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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#AF8B1D FAQ
What color is #AF8B1D?
#AF8B1D is a shade of copper in the yellow family. It has a hue of 45 degrees, 72% saturation and 40% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #AF8B1D?
#AF8B1D is rgb(175, 139, 29) in RGB, hsl(45, 72%, 40%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 21%, 83%, 31%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #AF8B1D?
White text on this background reaches 3.21:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.53:1.
What colors go well with #AF8B1D?
Its direct complement is #1D41AF. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #1D8BAF and #411DAF gives you contrast without the vibration.