analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DEB045 — Saffron
#DEB045 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 #DEB045
- fdf9f2
- f6e9ca
- efd8a2
- e8c77a
- e1b652
- daa52b
- b58820
- 8d6a19
- 654c12
- 3e2e0b
- 161004
Color schemes using #DEB045
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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#DEB045 FAQ
What color is #DEB045?
#DEB045 is a shade of saffron in the yellow family. It has a hue of 42 degrees, 70% saturation and 57% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DEB045?
#DEB045 is rgb(222, 176, 69) in RGB, hsl(42, 70%, 57%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 21%, 69%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DEB045?
White text on this background reaches 2.02:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 10.4:1.
What colors go well with #DEB045?
Its direct complement is #4573DE. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #45BFDE and #6345DE gives you contrast without the vibration.