#C99700 Hex Color
A saturated and commanding warm gold
#c99700 is a saturated, warm yellow that commands attention without feeling aggressive. Because it maintains a high contrast ratio with black text, it works well for UI buttons or call-to-action elements where readability is essential. Use it as a functional accent rather than a background color, as its intensity can easily overwhelm a layout. Pair this bold hex code with deep slate grays for a clean, modern look.
Questions about #c99700
What is #c99700 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c99700 is rgb(201, 151, 0), in HSL hsl(45, 100%, 39%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 100%, 21%.
How should I use #c99700 in UI design?
#c99700 is best utilized as a tactical accent for call-to-action buttons or highlights rather than a primary background color. Because of its intense saturation, it creates a powerful contrast against black text, drawing the user's eye immediately.
What colors pair well with #c99700?
Is #c99700 readable on white or black?
#c99700 has a 2.65:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.91:1 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.