#CBAA6D Hex Color
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This mellow, unsaturated yellow carries a warm and sun-drenched character. The hex code #cbaa6d works best as a supporting tone in designs, as it can appear muted when used for large backgrounds. It pairs well with charcoal greys for a modern, high-contrast look. Because it provides excellent accessibility, use it behind black text for clean, readable body copy in print or web layouts.
Questions about #cbaa6d
What is #cbaa6d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #cbaa6d is rgb(203, 170, 109), in HSL hsl(39, 47%, 61%) and in CMYK 0%, 16%, 46%, 20%.
What colors pair best with #cbaa6d for a modern look?
#cbaa6d creates a striking and modern high-contrast aesthetic when paired with charcoal or deep slate greys. This combination anchors the mellow gold, preventing it from appearing too washed out while maintaining a sophisticated, readable balance for both digital and print media.
Is #cbaa6d a good choice for text backgrounds?
#cbaa6d provides excellent accessibility when utilized behind black or very dark text. Its muted, unsaturated character ensures that the background remains unobtrusive, reducing eye strain while keeping body copy sharp and highly legible across various screen resolutions and print applications.
Is #cbaa6d readable on white or black?
#cbaa6d has a 2.20:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.51:1 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.