#D3AF4C Hex Color
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#d3af4c is a warm, golden yellow with muted, earthy undertones. Because it holds a solid mid-tone value, black text reads clearly against it with a 10.0:1 contrast ratio. Use this color as an accent rather than a full background to maintain visual balance in your layouts. The hex code pairs surprisingly well with deep charcoal for a sophisticated, modern look.
Questions about #d3af4c
What is #d3af4c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d3af4c is rgb(211, 175, 76), in HSL hsl(44, 61%, 56%) and in CMYK 0%, 17%, 64%, 17%.
What colors pair well with #d3af4c?
This warm yellow balances beautifully when paired with charcoal or deep espresso tones for a sophisticated, high-contrast look. Using it against neutrals allows the golden undertones to pop without overwhelming your design, making it an ideal choice for modern, grounded color palettes.
Is #d3af4c readable on white or black?
#d3af4c has a 2.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.00:1 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.