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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BDB328 — Citron
#BDB328 is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 56° 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 #BDB328
- fcfcf2
- f4f1cc
- ece7a5
- e4dd7e
- dbd358
- d3c831
- b0a725
- 89821d
- 625d15
- 3c390d
- 151404
Color schemes using #BDB328
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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#BDB328 FAQ
What color is #BDB328?
#BDB328 is a shade of citron in the yellow family. It has a hue of 56 degrees, 65% saturation and 45% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #BDB328?
#BDB328 is rgb(189, 179, 40) in RGB, hsl(56, 65%, 45%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 5%, 79%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BDB328?
White text on this background reaches 2.18:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 9.64:1.
What colors go well with #BDB328?
Its direct complement is #2832BD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #287DBD and #6928BD gives you contrast without the vibration.