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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#ECBB51 — Saffron
#ECBB51 is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 41° 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 #ECBB51
- fdfaf1
- f9e9c7
- f4d89d
- efc873
- ebb748
- e6a71e
- c08a15
- 966c11
- 6b4d0c
- 412f07
- 171003
Color schemes using #ECBB51
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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#ECBB51 FAQ
What color is #ECBB51?
#ECBB51 is a shade of saffron in the yellow family. It has a hue of 41 degrees, 80% saturation and 62% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #ECBB51?
#ECBB51 is rgb(236, 187, 81) in RGB, hsl(41, 80%, 62%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 21%, 66%, 7%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #ECBB51?
White text on this background reaches 1.78:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 11.79:1.
What colors go well with #ECBB51?
Its direct complement is #5182EC. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #51CFEC and #6D51EC gives you contrast without the vibration.