analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DFC149 — Saffron
#DFC149 is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 48° 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 #DFC149
- fdfbf2
- f6edca
- efdfa2
- e8d27a
- e1c452
- dab72b
- b59720
- 8d7619
- 655512
- 3e330b
- 161204
Color schemes using #DFC149
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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#DFC149 FAQ
What color is #DFC149?
#DFC149 is a shade of saffron in the yellow family. It has a hue of 48 degrees, 70% saturation and 58% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DFC149?
#DFC149 is rgb(223, 193, 73) in RGB, hsl(48, 70%, 58%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 13%, 67%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DFC149?
White text on this background reaches 1.77:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 11.86:1.
What colors go well with #DFC149?
Its direct complement is #4967DF. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #49B2DF and #7649DF gives you contrast without the vibration.