analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BDB189 — Khaki
#BDB189 is a mid-tone moderately saturated beige sitting at 46° 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.
#bdb189
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Tints and shades of #BDB189
- f9f8f5
- e9e5d7
- d8d1b9
- c7bd9b
- b6a97d
- a5955f
- 887b4d
- 6a603c
- 4c452b
- 2e2a1a
- 100f09
Color schemes using #BDB189
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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#BDB189 FAQ
What color is #BDB189?
#BDB189 is a shade of khaki in the beige family. It has a hue of 46 degrees, 28% saturation and 64% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #BDB189?
#BDB189 is rgb(189, 177, 137) in RGB, hsl(46, 28%, 64%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 6%, 28%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BDB189?
White text on this background reaches 2.14:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 9.81:1.
What colors go well with #BDB189?
Its direct complement is #8995BD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #89AFBD and #9789BD gives you contrast without the vibration.