#BF9000 Hex Color
A mellow golden hue with warmth
This muted, mellow yellow carries a distinct golden warmth that feels approachable rather than abrasive. Because #bf9000 offers excellent readability with black text, it works well for small, prominent UI elements like sale buttons or badges. It functions best as an accent color, as it can feel overwhelming in large backgrounds. The hex code for this shade is #bf9000.
Questions about #bf9000
What is #bf9000 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bf9000 is rgb(191, 144, 0), in HSL hsl(45, 100%, 37%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 100%, 25%.
Does #bf9000 work well as a background color?
#bf9000 is generally too intense for large backgrounds, often causing eye fatigue. It performs best as a strategic accent color for call-to-action buttons or highlights where high visibility is required without overwhelming the interface design.
What colors pair well with #bf9000 for a balanced palette?
Is #bf9000 readable on white or black?
#bf9000 has a 2.91:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.20:1 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.