analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BDAF89 — Khaki
#BDAF89 is a mid-tone moderately saturated beige sitting at 44° 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 #BDAF89
- f9f8f5
- e9e4d7
- d8d0b9
- c7bb9b
- b6a77d
- a5925f
- 88794d
- 6a5e3c
- 4c432b
- 2e291a
- 100e09
Color schemes using #BDAF89
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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#BDAF89 FAQ
What color is #BDAF89?
#BDAF89 is a shade of khaki in the beige family. It has a hue of 44 degrees, 28% saturation and 64% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #BDAF89?
#BDAF89 is rgb(189, 175, 137) in RGB, hsl(44, 28%, 64%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 7%, 28%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BDAF89?
White text on this background reaches 2.17:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 9.66:1.
What colors go well with #BDAF89?
Its direct complement is #8997BD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #89B1BD and #9589BD gives you contrast without the vibration.