analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DABD49 — Saffron
#DABD49 is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 48° 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 #DABD49
- fcfaf2
- f4eccb
- ecdea4
- e4d07d
- dcc257
- d5b430
- b19524
- 8a741c
- 635314
- 3c330c
- 151204
Color schemes using #DABD49
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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#DABD49 FAQ
What color is #DABD49?
#DABD49 is a shade of saffron in the yellow family. It has a hue of 48 degrees, 66% saturation and 57% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DABD49?
#DABD49 is rgb(218, 189, 73) in RGB, hsl(48, 66%, 57%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 13%, 67%, 15%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DABD49?
White text on this background reaches 1.85:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 11.36:1.
What colors go well with #DABD49?
Its direct complement is #4966DA. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #49AEDA and #7449DA gives you contrast without the vibration.