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Tan and Tomato

Contrasting color combination with 1.90:1 contrast ratio

#D1B26F
#EF4026

Color Values

Tan
HEX #D1B26F
RGB 209, 178, 111
HSL 41, 52%, 63%
Tomato
HEX #EF4026
RGB 239, 64, 38
HSL 8, 86%, 54%

Harmony: Contrasting

These colors sit far enough apart on the wheel to create clear contrast without falling into a named harmony. The pairing works through difference rather than relationship, which suits designs that want variety over cohesion.

The hue angle between Tan and Tomato is 33 degrees. You can explore these relationships interactively in our Color Wheel Tool.

WCAG Contrast

1.90:1
Tan background with Tomato text
Below AA — decorative use only

UI Preview

Tan surface

Sample text on a tan background demonstrates readability and visual hierarchy.

Tomato surface

Sample text on a tomato background demonstrates readability and visual hierarchy.

Design Tokens

CSS Variables

:root {
  --color-a: #D1B26F;
  --color-b: #EF4026;
  --color-a-rgb: 209, 178, 111;
  --color-b-rgb: 239, 64, 38;
}

JSON

{
  "name": "Tan and Tomato",
  "colors": [
    {
      "name": "Tan",
      "hex": "#D1B26F",
      "rgb": [
        209,
        178,
        111
      ]
    },
    {
      "name": "Tomato",
      "hex": "#EF4026",
      "rgb": [
        239,
        64,
        38
      ]
    }
  ],
  "harmony": "Contrasting",
  "contrastRatio": 1.9
}

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do tan and tomato go together?

Yes. Tan and Tomato form a contrasting color combination. These colors sit far enough apart on the wheel to create clear contrast without falling into a named harmony. The pairing works through difference rather than relationship, which suits designs that want variety over cohesion. The pairing has a WCAG contrast ratio of 1.90:1, which is below the AA threshold for text — use it for decorative purposes rather than text readability.

What is the contrast ratio between tan and tomato?

The WCAG 2.1 contrast ratio between Tan (#D1B26F) and Tomato (#EF4026) is 1.90:1. This ratio is below AA. Use the pairing for backgrounds, borders, and decorative elements rather than text-on-background combinations.

How do I use tan and tomato in design?

A safe starting point is the 60/30/10 rule: give one color about 60 percent of the surface area, the other about 30 percent, and reserve the remaining 10 percent for an accent or neutral. If one color is significantly darker, use it for text or structural elements and the lighter one for backgrounds. Test the result with our Contrast Checker if text is involved.

What are the hex and RGB values for tan and tomato?

Tan has the hex code #D1B26F and RGB values rgb(209, 178, 111). Tomato has the hex code #EF4026 and RGB values rgb(239, 64, 38). You can copy these directly into CSS or use the design tokens provided on this page.