analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#CCC738 — Saffron
#CCC738 is a mid-tone moderately saturated yellow sitting at 58° 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 #CCC738
- fcfcf3
- f2f1ce
- e9e6a8
- dfdc83
- d5d15e
- ccc738
- a9a52c
- 848122
- 5f5d18
- 3a380f
- 141405
Color schemes using #CCC738
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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#CCC738 FAQ
What color is #CCC738?
#CCC738 is a shade of saffron in the yellow family. It has a hue of 58 degrees, 59% saturation and 51% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #CCC738?
#CCC738 is rgb(204, 199, 56) in RGB, hsl(58, 59%, 51%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 2%, 73%, 20%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #CCC738?
White text on this background reaches 1.78:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 11.79:1.
What colors go well with #CCC738?
Its direct complement is #383DCC. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #3887CC and #7D38CC gives you contrast without the vibration.