#C9A24D Hex Color

#c9a24d pairs beautifully with deep neutral tones like charcoal or slate to ground its brightness. Because it is a muted gold, using it alongside dark, cool grays ensures your text remains readable while keeping the overall aesthetic soft, sophisticated, and approachable.

#c9a24d is generally too light for white text but works effectively when paired with high-contrast, dark colors for readability. Use it primarily as an accent color for buttons or illustrations, ensuring any overlying text provides sufficient contrast against this golden background.