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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BB8D2A — Copper
#BB8D2A is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 41° 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 #BB8D2A
- fcf9f3
- f3e7cc
- ebd5a6
- e2c380
- d9b15a
- d19f33
- ae8327
- 88661f
- 614916
- 3b2d0d
- 151005
Color schemes using #BB8D2A
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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#BB8D2A FAQ
What color is #BB8D2A?
#BB8D2A is a shade of copper in the yellow family. It has a hue of 41 degrees, 63% saturation and 45% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #BB8D2A?
#BB8D2A is rgb(187, 141, 42) in RGB, hsl(41, 63%, 45%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 25%, 78%, 27%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BB8D2A?
White text on this background reaches 3.02:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.96:1.
What colors go well with #BB8D2A?
Its direct complement is #2A58BB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2AA1BB and #452ABB gives you contrast without the vibration.