analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DCC12E — Saffron
#DCC12E is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 51° 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.
#dcc12e
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Tints and shades of #DCC12E
- fdfbf2
- f6efca
- efe4a2
- e8d87a
- e2cc51
- dbc029
- b6a01f
- 8e7c18
- 665911
- 3e360b
- 161304
Color schemes using #DCC12E
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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#DCC12E FAQ
What color is #DCC12E?
#DCC12E is a shade of saffron in the yellow family. It has a hue of 51 degrees, 71% saturation and 52% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DCC12E?
#DCC12E is rgb(220, 193, 46) in RGB, hsl(51, 71%, 52%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 12%, 79%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DCC12E?
White text on this background reaches 1.79:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 11.71:1.
What colors go well with #DCC12E?
Its direct complement is #2E48DC. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2E9FDC and #6B2EDC gives you contrast without the vibration.