analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#D3BD12 — Marigold
#D3BD12 is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 53° 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.
#d3bd12
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Tints and shades of #D3BD12
- fefcf1
- faf4c6
- f6ec9b
- f3e36f
- efdb44
- ebd319
- c4af11
- 99890d
- 6e620a
- 433c06
- 171502
Color schemes using #D3BD12
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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#D3BD12 FAQ
What color is #D3BD12?
#D3BD12 is a shade of marigold in the yellow family. It has a hue of 53 degrees, 84% saturation and 45% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #D3BD12?
#D3BD12 is rgb(211, 189, 18) in RGB, hsl(53, 84%, 45%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 10%, 91%, 17%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #D3BD12?
White text on this background reaches 1.9:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 11.06:1.
What colors go well with #D3BD12?
Its direct complement is #1229D3. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #1289D3 and #5C12D3 gives you contrast without the vibration.