analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DB8E1A — Honey
#DB8E1A is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 36° 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 #DB8E1A
- fdf9f1
- f8e5c7
- f4d19d
- efbd73
- eaaa49
- e5961f
- bf7b16
- 956011
- 6b450d
- 412a08
- 170f03
Color schemes using #DB8E1A
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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#DB8E1A FAQ
What color is #DB8E1A?
#DB8E1A is a shade of honey in the orange family. It has a hue of 36 degrees, 79% saturation and 48% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DB8E1A?
#DB8E1A is rgb(219, 142, 26) in RGB, hsl(36, 79%, 48%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 35%, 88%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DB8E1A?
White text on this background reaches 2.66:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 7.9:1.
What colors go well with #DB8E1A?
Its direct complement is #1A67DB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #1AC8DB and #2D1ADB gives you contrast without the vibration.