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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#E2D240 — Saffron
#E2D240 is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 54° 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 #E2D240
- fdfcf2
- f7f2c9
- f1e9a0
- ebdf77
- e5d64e
- dfcc26
- b9aa1c
- 918416
- 685f10
- 3f3a09
- 161403
Color schemes using #E2D240
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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#E2D240 FAQ
What color is #E2D240?
#E2D240 is a shade of saffron in the yellow family. It has a hue of 54 degrees, 74% saturation and 57% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #E2D240?
#E2D240 is rgb(226, 210, 64) in RGB, hsl(54, 74%, 57%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 7%, 72%, 11%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #E2D240?
White text on this background reaches 1.55:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 13.53:1.
What colors go well with #E2D240?
Its direct complement is #4050E2. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #40A2E2 and #8140E2 gives you contrast without the vibration.