analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DDE723 — Saffron
#DDE723 is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 63° 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.
#dde723
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Tints and shades of #DDE723
- fdfdf1
- f6f9c7
- f0f49d
- e9ef73
- e3eb48
- dce61e
- b7c015
- 8f9611
- 676b0c
- 3e4107
- 161703
Color schemes using #DDE723
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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#DDE723 FAQ
What color is #DDE723?
#DDE723 is a shade of saffron in the yellow family. It has a hue of 63 degrees, 80% saturation and 52% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DDE723?
#DDE723 is rgb(221, 231, 35) in RGB, hsl(63, 80%, 52%) in HSL, and cmyk(4%, 0%, 85%, 9%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DDE723?
White text on this background reaches 1.35:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 15.53:1.
What colors go well with #DDE723?
Its direct complement is #2C23E7. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #237BE7 and #8E23E7 gives you contrast without the vibration.