analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DC7D09 — Tangerine
#DC7D09 is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 33° 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.
#dc7d09
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Tints and shades of #DC7D09
- fef8f0
- fde3c3
- fbcd96
- f9b869
- f7a33c
- f58e0f
- cd7409
- a05b07
- 734105
- 462803
- 180e01
Color schemes using #DC7D09
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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#DC7D09 FAQ
What color is #DC7D09?
#DC7D09 is a shade of tangerine in the orange family. It has a hue of 33 degrees, 92% saturation and 45% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DC7D09?
#DC7D09 is rgb(220, 125, 9) in RGB, hsl(33, 92%, 45%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 43%, 96%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DC7D09?
White text on this background reaches 3.01:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.98:1.
What colors go well with #DC7D09?
Its direct complement is #0968DC. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #09D2DC and #1409DC gives you contrast without the vibration.