analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BDAD89 — Khaki
#BDAD89 is a mid-tone moderately saturated beige sitting at 42° 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 #BDAD89
- f9f8f5
- e9e3d7
- d8cfb9
- c7ba9b
- b6a57d
- a5905f
- 88774d
- 6a5c3c
- 4c422b
- 2e281a
- 100e09
Color schemes using #BDAD89
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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#BDAD89 FAQ
What color is #BDAD89?
#BDAD89 is a shade of khaki in the beige family. It has a hue of 42 degrees, 28% saturation and 64% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #BDAD89?
#BDAD89 is rgb(189, 173, 137) in RGB, hsl(42, 28%, 64%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 8%, 28%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BDAD89?
White text on this background reaches 2.21:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 9.5:1.
What colors go well with #BDAD89?
Its direct complement is #8999BD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #89B3BD and #9489BD gives you contrast without the vibration.