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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#EBB73D — Saffron
#EBB73D is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 42° 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 #EBB73D
- fefaf1
- f9eac7
- f5da9c
- f0ca72
- ecba47
- e7ab1d
- c18d14
- 966e10
- 6c4f0b
- 423007
- 171102
Color schemes using #EBB73D
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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#EBB73D FAQ
What color is #EBB73D?
#EBB73D is a shade of saffron in the yellow family. It has a hue of 42 degrees, 81% saturation and 58% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #EBB73D?
#EBB73D is rgb(235, 183, 61) in RGB, hsl(42, 81%, 58%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 22%, 74%, 8%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #EBB73D?
White text on this background reaches 1.85:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 11.37:1.
What colors go well with #EBB73D?
Its direct complement is #3D71EB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #3DC8EB and #603DEB gives you contrast without the vibration.