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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DAE71D — Lime
#DAE71D 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 #DAE71D
- fdfef1
- f6f9c7
- eff59c
- e8f072
- e1ec47
- dae71d
- b5c114
- 8d9610
- 666c0b
- 3e4207
- 161702
Color schemes using #DAE71D
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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#DAE71D FAQ
What color is #DAE71D?
#DAE71D is a shade of lime in the yellow family. It has a hue of 64 degrees, 81% saturation and 51% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DAE71D?
#DAE71D is rgb(218, 231, 29) in RGB, hsl(64, 81%, 51%) in HSL, and cmyk(6%, 0%, 87%, 9%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DAE71D?
White text on this background reaches 1.36:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 15.43:1.
What colors go well with #DAE71D?
Its direct complement is #2A1DE7. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #1D75E7 and #901DE7 gives you contrast without the vibration.