analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DDC06E — Sand
#DDC06E is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 44° 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.
#ddc06e
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Tints and shades of #DDC06E
- fcfaf3
- f3e9cd
- ead8a7
- e1c881
- d8b75b
- d0a635
- ad8929
- 876b20
- 614d17
- 3b2f0e
- 151005
Color schemes using #DDC06E
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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#DDC06E FAQ
What color is #DDC06E?
#DDC06E is a shade of sand in the yellow family. It has a hue of 44 degrees, 62% saturation and 65% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DDC06E?
#DDC06E is rgb(221, 192, 110) in RGB, hsl(44, 62%, 65%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 13%, 50%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DDC06E?
White text on this background reaches 1.77:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 11.84:1.
What colors go well with #DDC06E?
Its direct complement is #6E8CDD. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #6EC3DD and #886EDD gives you contrast without the vibration.