What Color isFlax?

#DDD77E

What Color is Flax

Flax (Hex #DDD77E) is a vibrant, medium-toned shade of yellow. As a warm color, it pairs exceptionally well with contrasting blues. Get RGB values, find matching paints, and download Flax palettes.

What color is opposite Flax?

The opposite color to Flax is Chetwode Blue (#7e84dd).

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Additional Information

  • Color Family: Orange
  • Temperature: Warm
  • Associated Season: Spring
  • Complementary Color: #7E84DD
  • Brightness: 207/255
  • Saturation: 43%

Colors That Pair Well With Flax

Complementary

Pair with Chetwode Blue for a harmonious, balanced look. Great for backgrounds and accents.

#DDD77E#7e84dd

High Contrast

Use Resolution Blue for maximum readability. Ideal for text or critical UI elements.

#DDD77E#222881

Harmonious Depth

Use lighter and darker shades for a sophisticated, cohesive design. Great for backgrounds, text, and subtle accents.

#ebe7b2#6f6c3f

Color Variations

Tints (add white)

Wild Rice#e0db8b10%
Sandwisp#e4df9820%
Double Colonial White#e7e3a530%
Double Colonial White#ebe7b240%
Mint Julep#eeebbf50%
Tahuna Sands#f1efcb60%
Coconut Cream#f5f3d870%
Rum Swizzle#f8f7e580%
Bianca#fcfbf290%

Tones (add grey)

Wild Rice#d4ce7e10%
Gimblet#cac67e20%
Pine Glade#c1bd7f30%
Yuma#b8b47f40%
Swamp Green#afac7f50%
Hillary#a5a37f60%
Gurkha#9c9a7f70%
Granite Green#93918080%
Natural Gray#89898090%

Shades (add black)

Gimblet#c7c27110%
Gimblet#b1ac6520%
Green Smoke#9b975830%
Avocado#85814c40%
Yellow Metal#6f6c3f50%
Hemlock#58563260%
Lisbon Brown#42412670%
Rangitoto#2c2b1980%
Green Waterloo#16160d90%

Color Conversions

Hex
#DDD77E
RGB
221, 215, 126
RGB %
87%, 84%, 49%
HSL
56°, 58%, 68%
HSV
56°, 43%, 87%
CMYK
0%, 3%, 43%, 13%
LAB
84.73, -10.36, 44.51
XYZ
57.89, 65.48, 29.33

Color Blindness Simulation

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CSS Snippets

Text Color (Hex)
Aa
color: #DDD77E;
Text Color (RGB)
Aa
color: rgb(221, 215, 126);
Background Color
background-color: #DDD77E;
Border
border: 3px solid #DDD77E;
Box Shadow
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px #DDD77E66;
Gradient
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #DDD77E 0%, #ffffff 100%);
Cushion Mockup

Shop Premium Products in Flax

Visualize and buy custom cushions made in this exact shade.

MaterialEco Velvet
Size30cm x 30cm
Color
Flax

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Product Details

Add a touch of luxury to your home with our premium Eco Velvet cushions. Soft to the touch, these cushions are perfect for adding comfort and style to any room.

  • Material: Soft Eco Velvet.
  • Feel: Velvety soft finish.
  • Backing: Stone coloured back (or double-sided print).
  • Print: Edge-to-edge vibrant color using water-based inks.
  • Care: Machine washable at 30°C.
  • Construction: Handmade to order with a concealed zipper.
Eco Credentials

We believe in sustainable style. Our cushions are crafted with the planet in mind.

  • Made to Order: Produced only when you order, eliminating overproduction and waste.
  • Water-Based Inks: Printed using neo-pigment, water-based inks that are non-hazardous, toxin-free, and vegan-friendly.
  • Local Fulfilment: Produced locally where possible to reduce carbon emissions from transport.
  • Vegan Friendly: No animal products are used in the production of these cushions.

What Goes With Flax?

Explore color palettes containing Flax and discover harmonious combinations for your designs.

Analogous

Tumbleweed
Flax
Yellow Green

Complementary

Flax
Chetwode Blue

Split-complementary

Flax
Polo Blue
Lilac Bush

Triadic

Flax
Riptide
Orchid

Tetradic

Flax
Algae Green
Chetwode Blue
Hopbush

Monochromatic

Pesto
Earls Green
Flax
Wheatfield
White

Accessibility

Contrast with Black and White

Contrast with Black

UI Examples

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Contrast Ratio

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Contrast with White

UI Examples

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hex code for Flax?
The hex code for Flax is #DDD77E. The RGB values are (221, 215, 126). You can find more formats like CMYK and LAB in the Color Conversions section.
What colors go with Flax?
Flax pairs well with its complementary color, Chetwode Blue (#7e84dd). It also works great with analogous colors (neighbors on the wheel) and triadic combinations. See our recommended pairings for more ideas.
Is Flax accessible for text?
No, Flax is not readable on white backgrounds. It is not readable on black backgrounds. For detailed contrast ratios and WCAG scores, check the accessibility section.
How do I use Flax in CSS?

You can use Flax in CSS with its hex code. Here is an example class:

.flax {
  background-color: #DDD77E;
  color: #FFFFFF;
}

For more snippets including gradients, see the CSS snippets section.

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