analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#CED319 — Saffron
#CED319 is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 62° 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.
#ced319
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Tints and shades of #CED319
- fdfdf1
- f7f8c7
- f1f49d
- ebef73
- e4ea49
- dee51f
- b9bf16
- 909511
- 686b0d
- 3f4108
- 161703
Color schemes using #CED319
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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#CED319 FAQ
What color is #CED319?
#CED319 is a shade of saffron in the yellow family. It has a hue of 62 degrees, 79% saturation and 46% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #CED319?
#CED319 is rgb(206, 211, 25) in RGB, hsl(62, 79%, 46%) in HSL, and cmyk(2%, 0%, 88%, 17%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #CED319?
White text on this background reaches 1.62:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 12.96:1.
What colors go well with #CED319?
Its direct complement is #1F19D2. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #196FD2 and #7B19D2 gives you contrast without the vibration.