analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BDA889 — Khaki
#BDA889 is a mid-tone moderately saturated beige sitting at 36° 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 #BDA889
- f9f8f5
- e9e2d7
- d8cbb9
- c7b59b
- b69f7d
- a5895f
- 88714d
- 6a583c
- 4c3f2b
- 2e261a
- 100d09
Color schemes using #BDA889
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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#BDA889 FAQ
What color is #BDA889?
#BDA889 is a shade of khaki in the beige family. It has a hue of 36 degrees, 28% saturation and 64% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #BDA889?
#BDA889 is rgb(189, 168, 137) in RGB, hsl(36, 28%, 64%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 11%, 28%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BDA889?
White text on this background reaches 2.3:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 9.13:1.
What colors go well with #BDA889?
Its direct complement is #899EBD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #89B8BD and #8F89BD gives you contrast without the vibration.