#CEA04B Hex Color
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This muted, golden yellow reads as warm and approachable without becoming overwhelming. Because it sits between a bright primary and an earthy mustard, the hex code #cea04b works best as a supporting accent rather than a dominant base. It pairs beautifully with deep charcoal or navy to create a grounded, high-contrast look that feels modern. If you need something warmer, consider other shades of orange.
Questions about #cea04b
What is #cea04b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #cea04b is rgb(206, 160, 75), in HSL hsl(39, 57%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 22%, 64%, 19%. Browse more shades of yellow with names and hex codes.
What color palettes work best with #cea04b?
Is #cea04b a warm or cool color?
The #cea04b hex color is distinctly warm, sitting comfortably between a bright primary yellow and a more subdued, earthy mustard. Its golden undertones provide a friendly, approachable feel without the harsh intensity often found in pure or neon yellows.
Is #cea04b readable on white or black?
#cea04b has a 2.39:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.75:1 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.