analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DC831E — Tangerine
#DC831E is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 32° 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 #DC831E
- fdf8f2
- f8e1c8
- f2cb9f
- ecb576
- e79f4c
- e18823
- bc701a
- 925714
- 693f0e
- 402609
- 160d03
Color schemes using #DC831E
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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#DC831E FAQ
What color is #DC831E?
#DC831E is a shade of tangerine in the orange family. It has a hue of 32 degrees, 76% saturation and 49% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DC831E?
#DC831E is rgb(220, 131, 30) in RGB, hsl(32, 76%, 49%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 40%, 86%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DC831E?
White text on this background reaches 2.87:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 7.31:1.
What colors go well with #DC831E?
Its direct complement is #1E77DC. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #1ED6DC and #241EDC gives you contrast without the vibration.