analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DBAE1A — Marigold
#DBAE1A is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 46° 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.
#dbae1a
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Tints and shades of #DBAE1A
- fdfbf1
- f8edc7
- f4df9d
- efd273
- eac449
- e5b71f
- bf9716
- 957611
- 6b550d
- 413308
- 171203
Color schemes using #DBAE1A
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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#DBAE1A FAQ
What color is #DBAE1A?
#DBAE1A is a shade of marigold in the yellow family. It has a hue of 46 degrees, 79% saturation and 48% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DBAE1A?
#DBAE1A is rgb(219, 174, 26) in RGB, hsl(46, 79%, 48%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 21%, 88%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DBAE1A?
White text on this background reaches 2.08:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 10.08:1.
What colors go well with #DBAE1A?
Its direct complement is #1A47DB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #1AA8DB and #4D1ADB gives you contrast without the vibration.