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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DBBD48 — Saffron
#DBBD48 is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 48° 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 #DBBD48
- fcfaf2
- f5eccb
- eddea4
- e5d07d
- dec256
- d6b42e
- b29523
- 8b751b
- 645414
- 3c330c
- 151204
Color schemes using #DBBD48
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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#DBBD48 FAQ
What color is #DBBD48?
#DBBD48 is a shade of saffron in the yellow family. It has a hue of 48 degrees, 67% saturation and 57% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DBBD48?
#DBBD48 is rgb(219, 189, 72) in RGB, hsl(48, 67%, 57%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 14%, 67%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DBBD48?
White text on this background reaches 1.84:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 11.38:1.
What colors go well with #DBBD48?
Its direct complement is #4865DB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #48AFDB and #7448DB gives you contrast without the vibration.