analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BDB089 — Khaki
#BDB089 is a mid-tone moderately saturated beige sitting at 45° 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 #BDB089
- f9f8f5
- e9e4d7
- d8d0b9
- c7bc9b
- b6a87d
- a5945f
- 887a4d
- 6a5f3c
- 4c442b
- 2e291a
- 100f09
Color schemes using #BDB089
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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#BDB089 FAQ
What color is #BDB089?
#BDB089 is a shade of khaki in the beige family. It has a hue of 45 degrees, 28% saturation and 64% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #BDB089?
#BDB089 is rgb(189, 176, 137) in RGB, hsl(45, 28%, 64%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 7%, 28%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BDB089?
White text on this background reaches 2.16:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 9.74:1.
What colors go well with #BDB089?
Its direct complement is #8996BD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #89B0BD and #9689BD gives you contrast without the vibration.