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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DD882C — Marigold
#DD882C is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 31° 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 #DD882C
- fdf8f2
- f6e1c9
- f0caa1
- e9b379
- e39c50
- dc8528
- b76d1e
- 8f5517
- 673d11
- 3e250a
- 160d04
Color schemes using #DD882C
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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#DD882C FAQ
What color is #DD882C?
#DD882C is a shade of marigold in the orange family. It has a hue of 31 degrees, 72% saturation and 52% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DD882C?
#DD882C is rgb(221, 136, 44) in RGB, hsl(31, 72%, 52%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 38%, 80%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DD882C?
White text on this background reaches 2.75:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 7.63:1.
What colors go well with #DD882C?
Its direct complement is #2C82DD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2CDADD and #2F2CDD gives you contrast without the vibration.