analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BDAC89 — Khaki
#BDAC89 is a mid-tone moderately saturated beige sitting at 40° 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 #BDAC89
- f9f8f5
- e9e3d7
- d8ceb9
- c7b89b
- b6a37d
- a58e5f
- 88754d
- 6a5b3c
- 4c412b
- 2e281a
- 100e09
Color schemes using #BDAC89
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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#BDAC89 FAQ
What color is #BDAC89?
#BDAC89 is a shade of khaki in the beige family. It has a hue of 40 degrees, 28% saturation and 64% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #BDAC89?
#BDAC89 is rgb(189, 172, 137) in RGB, hsl(40, 28%, 64%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 9%, 28%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BDAC89?
White text on this background reaches 2.23:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 9.43:1.
What colors go well with #BDAC89?
Its direct complement is #899BBD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #89B4BD and #9289BD gives you contrast without the vibration.