analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#D2B919 — Marigold
#D2B919 is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 52° 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.
#d2b919
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Tints and shades of #D2B919
- fdfcf1
- f8f2c7
- f4e89d
- efde73
- ead449
- e5ca1f
- bfa816
- 958311
- 6b5e0d
- 413908
- 171403
Color schemes using #D2B919
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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#D2B919 FAQ
What color is #D2B919?
#D2B919 is a shade of marigold in the yellow family. It has a hue of 52 degrees, 79% saturation and 46% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #D2B919?
#D2B919 is rgb(210, 185, 25) in RGB, hsl(52, 79%, 46%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 12%, 88%, 18%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #D2B919?
White text on this background reaches 1.96:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 10.69:1.
What colors go well with #D2B919?
Its direct complement is #1931D2. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #198ED2 and #5D19D2 gives you contrast without the vibration.