analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DBDE1B — Saffron
#DBDE1B is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 61° 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 #DBDE1B
- fdfdf1
- f7f8c8
- f2f39e
- ecee74
- e6e94a
- e0e421
- bbbe17
- 929412
- 696a0d
- 404008
- 161703
Color schemes using #DBDE1B
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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#DBDE1B FAQ
What color is #DBDE1B?
#DBDE1B is a shade of saffron in the yellow family. It has a hue of 61 degrees, 78% saturation and 49% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DBDE1B?
#DBDE1B is rgb(219, 222, 27) in RGB, hsl(61, 78%, 49%) in HSL, and cmyk(1%, 0%, 88%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DBDE1B?
White text on this background reaches 1.45:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 14.48:1.
What colors go well with #DBDE1B?
Its direct complement is #1F1BDE. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #1B7ADE and #801BDE gives you contrast without the vibration.