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#D9E52E — Saffron
#D9E52E is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 64° 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 #D9E52E
- fdfdf1
- f5f8c8
- edf39e
- e6ee74
- dee94a
- d7e421
- b3be17
- 8b9412
- 646a0d
- 3d4008
- 151703
Color schemes using #D9E52E
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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#D9E52E FAQ
What color is #D9E52E?
#D9E52E is a shade of saffron in the yellow family. It has a hue of 64 degrees, 78% saturation and 54% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #D9E52E?
#D9E52E is rgb(217, 229, 46) in RGB, hsl(64, 78%, 54%) in HSL, and cmyk(5%, 0%, 80%, 10%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #D9E52E?
White text on this background reaches 1.38:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 15.2:1.
What colors go well with #D9E52E?
Its direct complement is #3A2EE5. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2E7EE5 and #962EE5 gives you contrast without the vibration.