analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DBAD5C — Sand
#DBAD5C is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 38° 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 #DBAD5C
- fcf9f2
- f4e5cc
- ebd2a6
- e3be7f
- daab59
- d29732
- af7d26
- 88611e
- 624615
- 3b2a0d
- 150f05
Color schemes using #DBAD5C
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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#DBAD5C FAQ
What color is #DBAD5C?
#DBAD5C is a shade of sand in the orange family. It has a hue of 38 degrees, 64% saturation and 61% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DBAD5C?
#DBAD5C is rgb(219, 173, 92) in RGB, hsl(38, 64%, 61%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 21%, 58%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DBAD5C?
White text on this background reaches 2.07:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 10.14:1.
What colors go well with #DBAD5C?
Its direct complement is #5C8BDB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #5CCADB and #6D5CDB gives you contrast without the vibration.