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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#E2B740 — Saffron
#E2B740 is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 44° 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 #E2B740
- fdfaf2
- f7ebc9
- f1dba0
- ebcc77
- e5bd4e
- dfad26
- b98f1c
- 917016
- 685010
- 3f3109
- 161103
Color schemes using #E2B740
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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#E2B740 FAQ
What color is #E2B740?
#E2B740 is a shade of saffron in the yellow family. It has a hue of 44 degrees, 74% saturation and 57% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #E2B740?
#E2B740 is rgb(226, 183, 64) in RGB, hsl(44, 74%, 57%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 19%, 72%, 11%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #E2B740?
White text on this background reaches 1.9:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 11.08:1.
What colors go well with #E2B740?
Its direct complement is #406BE2. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #40BDE2 and #6640E2 gives you contrast without the vibration.