#C39D02 Hex Color
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This mustard yellow packs high saturation with a distinct, mellow warmth. Because it reads bold and energetic, it serves best as a small accent color rather than a primary background. It pairs exceptionally well with deep charcoal grays to create a modern, high-contrast look. The hex code for this shade is #c39d02, which offers enough contrast for legible black text in UI designs.
Questions about #c39d02
What is #c39d02 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c39d02 is rgb(195, 157, 2), in HSL hsl(48, 98%, 39%) and in CMYK 0%, 19%, 99%, 24%.
What colors pair best with #c39d02 in a modern design?
#c39d02 creates a striking, high-contrast aesthetic when paired with dark charcoal grays or deep navy blues. Because the yellow is highly saturated, these neutral, darker tones ground the energy of the color and keep the final composition readable.
Is #c39d02 readable on white or black?
#c39d02 has a 2.57:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.14:1 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.