analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#E3DB3D — Saffron
#E3DB3D 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 #E3DB3D
- fdfdf2
- f7f5c9
- f1eda0
- ebe676
- e6de4d
- e0d624
- bbb31b
- 918b15
- 68640f
- 3f3d09
- 161503
Color schemes using #E3DB3D
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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#E3DB3D FAQ
What color is #E3DB3D?
#E3DB3D is a shade of saffron in the yellow family. It has a hue of 57 degrees, 75% saturation and 56% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #E3DB3D?
#E3DB3D is rgb(227, 219, 61) in RGB, hsl(57, 75%, 56%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 4%, 73%, 11%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #E3DB3D?
White text on this background reaches 1.45:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 14.47:1.
What colors go well with #E3DB3D?
Its direct complement is #3B43E3. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #3B97E3 and #863BE3 gives you contrast without the vibration.