analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BDAA89 — Khaki
#BDAA89 is a mid-tone moderately saturated beige sitting at 38° 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 #BDAA89
- f9f8f5
- e9e2d7
- d8cdb9
- c7b79b
- b6a17d
- a58b5f
- 88734d
- 6a593c
- 4c402b
- 2e271a
- 100e09
Color schemes using #BDAA89
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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#BDAA89 FAQ
What color is #BDAA89?
#BDAA89 is a shade of khaki in the beige family. It has a hue of 38 degrees, 28% saturation and 64% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #BDAA89?
#BDAA89 is rgb(189, 170, 137) in RGB, hsl(38, 28%, 64%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 10%, 28%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BDAA89?
White text on this background reaches 2.26:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 9.27:1.
What colors go well with #BDAA89?
Its direct complement is #899CBD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #89B6BD and #9089BD gives you contrast without the vibration.