#D3A121 Hex Color
Bold mustard yellow with golden warmth
#d3a121 is a warm, saturated mustard yellow with a distinct golden undertone. Because it commands attention, this hex code works best as a 10% accent color for call-to-action buttons or highlights rather than a full background. It pairs well with charcoal greys for a high-contrast, modern feel. The text remains readable with black, making it accessible for small details and UI elements.
Questions about #d3a121
What is #d3a121 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d3a121 is rgb(211, 161, 33), in HSL hsl(43, 73%, 48%) and in CMYK 0%, 24%, 84%, 17%.
What colors pair best with #d3a121 in a design?
Use #d3a121 against deep charcoal or near-black backgrounds for maximum legibility and a modern, high-contrast aesthetic. It also creates a sophisticated, earthy palette when balanced alongside muted navy blues or soft, desaturated sage tones.
Is #d3a121 readable on white or black?
#d3a121 has a 2.36:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.88:1 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.