analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DDB42C — Marigold
#DDB42C is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 46° 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.
#ddb42c
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Tints and shades of #DDB42C
- fdfaf2
- f6ecc9
- f0dda1
- e9cf79
- e3c050
- dcb228
- b7941e
- 8f7317
- 675311
- 3e320a
- 161204
Color schemes using #DDB42C
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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#DDB42C FAQ
What color is #DDB42C?
#DDB42C is a shade of marigold in the yellow family. It has a hue of 46 degrees, 72% saturation and 52% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DDB42C?
#DDB42C is rgb(221, 180, 44) in RGB, hsl(46, 72%, 52%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 19%, 80%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DDB42C?
White text on this background reaches 1.97:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 10.64:1.
What colors go well with #DDB42C?
Its direct complement is #2C56DD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2CAEDD and #5B2CDD gives you contrast without the vibration.