analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DDA111 — Marigold
#DDA111 is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 42° 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 #DDA111
- fefaf1
- fbebc5
- f7db99
- f4cc6e
- f1bc42
- eead17
- c68f0f
- 9b700c
- 6f5008
- 433105
- 181102
Color schemes using #DDA111
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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#DDA111 FAQ
What color is #DDA111?
#DDA111 is a shade of marigold in the yellow family. It has a hue of 42 degrees, 86% saturation and 47% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DDA111?
#DDA111 is rgb(221, 161, 17) in RGB, hsl(42, 86%, 47%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 27%, 92%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DDA111?
White text on this background reaches 2.29:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 9.18:1.
What colors go well with #DDA111?
Its direct complement is #114FDF. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #11B6DF and #3A11DF gives you contrast without the vibration.