analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DFC159 — Saffron
#DFC159 is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 47° 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 #DFC159
- fdfaf2
- f5eccb
- eedda3
- e6cf7c
- dfc154
- d7b22d
- b39422
- 8c731b
- 645313
- 3d320c
- 151204
Color schemes using #DFC159
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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#DFC159 FAQ
What color is #DFC159?
#DFC159 is a shade of saffron in the yellow family. It has a hue of 47 degrees, 68% saturation and 61% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DFC159?
#DFC159 is rgb(223, 193, 89) in RGB, hsl(47, 68%, 61%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 13%, 60%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DFC159?
White text on this background reaches 1.76:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 11.91:1.
What colors go well with #DFC159?
Its direct complement is #5875DF. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #58B9DF and #7E58DF gives you contrast without the vibration.