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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DB8D33 — Marigold
#DB8D33 is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 32° 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 #DB8D33
- fdf8f2
- f6e1ca
- efcba2
- e8b57a
- e19e52
- da882b
- b57020
- 8d5719
- 653e12
- 3e260b
- 160d04
Color schemes using #DB8D33
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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#DB8D33 FAQ
What color is #DB8D33?
#DB8D33 is a shade of marigold in the orange family. It has a hue of 32 degrees, 70% saturation and 53% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DB8D33?
#DB8D33 is rgb(219, 141, 51) in RGB, hsl(32, 70%, 53%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 36%, 77%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DB8D33?
White text on this background reaches 2.67:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 7.87:1.
What colors go well with #DB8D33?
Its direct complement is #3382DB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #33D5DB and #3933DB gives you contrast without the vibration.