#BBA267 Hex Color
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This desaturated, mellow gold offers a gentle alternative to bright yellows. It functions best as a warm background color, providing a soft foundation for web layouts. Because black text maintains a high contrast ratio of 8.5:1 on this shade, readability is excellent. The hex code for this muted tone is #bba267. It works well for spring branding or when you need a budget-friendly, inviting aesthetic.
Questions about #bba267
What is #bba267 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bba267 is rgb(187, 162, 103), in HSL hsl(42, 38%, 57%) and in CMYK 0%, 13%, 45%, 27%.
What design aesthetic works best with #bba267?
#bba267 thrives in organic, spring-inspired palettes or vintage-leaning brand identities where you need an inviting, low-glare aesthetic. It acts as a grounding neutral that bridges the gap between beige and yellow, making it perfect for wellness or editorial web designs.
Is #bba267 readable on white or black?
#bba267 has a 2.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.47:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.