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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BD8928 — Copper
#BD8928 is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 39° 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 #BD8928
- fcf9f2
- f4e6cc
- ecd3a5
- e4c07e
- dbad58
- d39a31
- b07f25
- 89631d
- 624715
- 3c2b0d
- 150f04
Color schemes using #BD8928
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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#BD8928 FAQ
What color is #BD8928?
#BD8928 is a shade of copper in the orange family. It has a hue of 39 degrees, 65% saturation and 45% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #BD8928?
#BD8928 is rgb(189, 137, 40) in RGB, hsl(39, 65%, 45%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 28%, 79%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BD8928?
White text on this background reaches 3.1:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.77:1.
What colors go well with #BD8928?
Its direct complement is #285CBD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #28A7BD and #3F28BD gives you contrast without the vibration.