analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DCB313 — Marigold
#DCB313 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.
#dcb313
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Tints and shades of #DCB313
- fefbf1
- faf0c6
- f6e49b
- f3d86f
- efcd44
- ebc119
- c4a011
- 997d0d
- 6e5a0a
- 433606
- 171302
Color schemes using #DCB313
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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#DCB313 FAQ
What color is #DCB313?
#DCB313 is a shade of marigold in the yellow family. It has a hue of 48 degrees, 84% saturation and 47% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DCB313?
#DCB313 is rgb(220, 179, 19) in RGB, hsl(48, 84%, 47%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 19%, 91%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DCB313?
White text on this background reaches 2:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 10.5:1.
What colors go well with #DCB313?
Its direct complement is #133BDD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #13A0DD and #5013DD gives you contrast without the vibration.