#CDA27E color code insights

All the conversions, harmonies, and accessibility checks you need to design with confidence.

RGB:rgb(205, 162, 126)

HSL:hsl(27, 44%, 65%)

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HEX

#CDA27E

RGB

205, 162, 126

HSL

27°, 44%, 65%

HSV

27°, 39%, 80%

CMYK

0%, 21%, 39%, 20%

Color Conversion

Generate values across multiple color models in one place.

HEX

#CDA27E

≈ Steel Blue

Tints & shades

Explore how #CDA27E behaves when you mix it with white or black. These swatches are perfect for hover states, shadows, and backgrounds.

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Shades

0–100%

0%#CDA27E

10%#C49167

20%#BA7F4F

30%#A76F41

40%#8F5F38

50%#774F2E

60%#5F3F25

70%#48301C

80%#302013

90%#181009

100%#000000

Tints

0–100%

0%#CDA27E

10%#D2AB8B

20%#D7B498

30%#DCBEA5

40%#E1C7B2

50%#E6D0BF

60%#EBDACC

70%#F0E3D8

80%#F5ECE5

90%#FAF6F2

100%#FFFFFF

Color harmonies

Build balanced palettes instantly with harmonies generated from #CDA27E.

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Complementary

Opposite hues that create impact and bold contrast.

Analogous

Neighboring hues for natural, fluid gradients.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues for playful balance.

Tetradic

Two complementary pairs that deliver rich variety.

Monochromatic

Lighter and darker siblings inside the same hue family.

Accessibility contrast

Check how readable #CDA27E is with common text colors so every visitor enjoys a clear experience.

Use AA as the baseline for body copy and AAA for premium accessibility.

Sample text on black text

Text color#000000

Background#CDA27E

Contrast ratio9.07:1

WCAG levelAAA

Sample text on white text

Text color#FFFFFF

Background#CDA27E

Contrast ratio2.32:1

WCAG levelFail

Recommended text preview

Text color#000000

Background#CDA27E

Contrast ratio9.07:1

WCAG levelAAA

Technical Formats

Unlock pro color spaces like XYZ, LAB, CMYK variants, and export-ready profiles.

Practical Formats

Get print simulations, LED mappings, and developer-ready byte orders.

Color Analysis

Dive into spectral data, dominance reports, and advanced analytics.

Blindness Simulator

Preview how #CDA27E appears across common color-vision deficiencies.

Creative Aspects

Explore seasonal associations, emotional cues, and natural occurrences.

Design guidance

Balance

Treat #CDA27E as a highlight. Pair it with neutrals and one supporting hue to avoid visual overload.

Contrast

Test combinations with real content. Higher contrast improves scanning, readability, and conversions.

Harmony

Use lighter tints for surfaces, the base color for primaries, and darker shades for hover or pressed states.

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