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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#F2BD5A — Saffron
#F2BD5A is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 39° 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 #F2BD5A
- fef9f1
- fae8c5
- f7d69a
- f3c56f
- f0b343
- eca218
- c58610
- 9a680c
- 6e4b09
- 432d05
- 181002
Color schemes using #F2BD5A
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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#F2BD5A FAQ
What color is #F2BD5A?
#F2BD5A is a shade of saffron in the orange family. It has a hue of 39 degrees, 85% saturation and 65% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #F2BD5A?
#F2BD5A is rgb(242, 189, 90) in RGB, hsl(39, 85%, 65%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 22%, 63%, 5%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #F2BD5A?
White text on this background reaches 1.72:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 12.2:1.
What colors go well with #F2BD5A?
Its direct complement is #5A8FF2. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #5ADBF2 and #715AF2 gives you contrast without the vibration.