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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#DFD739 — Saffron
#DFD739 is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 57° 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 #DFD739
- fdfcf2
- f6f4c9
- f0eca1
- e9e479
- e3db50
- dcd328
- b7b01e
- 8f8917
- 676211
- 3e3c0a
- 161504
Color schemes using #DFD739
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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#DFD739 FAQ
What color is #DFD739?
#DFD739 is a shade of saffron in the yellow family. It has a hue of 57 degrees, 72% saturation and 55% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #DFD739?
#DFD739 is rgb(223, 215, 57) in RGB, hsl(57, 72%, 55%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 4%, 74%, 13%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #DFD739?
White text on this background reaches 1.51:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 13.92:1.
What colors go well with #DFD739?
Its direct complement is #3A42DF. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #3A95DF and #843ADF gives you contrast without the vibration.