analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DCC638 — Saffron
#DCC638 is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 52° 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.
#dcc638
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Tints and shades of #DCC638
- fdfbf2
- f6f0ca
- efe4a2
- e8d97a
- e1ce52
- dac22b
- b5a120
- 8d7e19
- 655a12
- 3e370b
- 161304
Color schemes using #DCC638
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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#DCC638 FAQ
What color is #DCC638?
#DCC638 is a shade of saffron in the yellow family. It has a hue of 52 degrees, 70% saturation and 54% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DCC638?
#DCC638 is rgb(220, 198, 56) in RGB, hsl(52, 70%, 54%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 10%, 75%, 14%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DCC638?
White text on this background reaches 1.72:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 12.18:1.
What colors go well with #DCC638?
Its direct complement is #384DDC. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #38A0DC and #7438DC gives you contrast without the vibration.