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#D47D12 — Tangerine

#D47D12 is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 33° 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 #D47D12

Color schemes using #D47D12

analogous

Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.

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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#D47D12 FAQ

What color is #D47D12?

#D47D12 is a shade of tangerine in the orange family. It has a hue of 33 degrees, 84% saturation and 45% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.

What is the RGB value of #D47D12?

#D47D12 is rgb(212, 125, 18) in RGB, hsl(33, 84%, 45%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 41%, 92%, 17%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #D47D12?

White text on this background reaches 3.11:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.74:1.

What colors go well with #D47D12?

Its direct complement is #1269D3. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #12CAD3 and #1C12D3 gives you contrast without the vibration.