analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DDBF2C — Saffron
#DDBF2C is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 50° 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.
#ddbf2c
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- Contrast on white
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Tints and shades of #DDBF2C
- fdfbf2
- f6efc9
- f0e3a1
- e9d679
- e3ca50
- dcbe28
- b79e1e
- 8f7b17
- 675811
- 3e360a
- 161304
Color schemes using #DDBF2C
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.
Nearby colors
#DDBF2C FAQ
What color is #DDBF2C?
#DDBF2C is a shade of saffron in the yellow family. It has a hue of 50 degrees, 72% saturation and 52% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DDBF2C?
#DDBF2C is rgb(221, 191, 44) in RGB, hsl(50, 72%, 52%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 14%, 80%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DDBF2C?
White text on this background reaches 1.82:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 11.56:1.
What colors go well with #DDBF2C?
Its direct complement is #2C4ADD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2CA2DD and #672CDD gives you contrast without the vibration.