#D3B22D Hex Color
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#d3b22d is a mustard-leaning yellow with high saturation and a distinctly warm, earthy character. It feels more grounded than bright neon tones, making it an effective accent for construction or sale graphics. Because black text maintains excellent readability at 10.2:1 contrast, this hex code works well for bold, attention-grabbing calls to action. Use it sparingly to avoid overwhelming a layout.
Questions about #d3b22d
What is #d3b22d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d3b22d is rgb(211, 178, 45), in HSL hsl(48, 65%, 50%) and in CMYK 0%, 16%, 79%, 17%.
What colors pair well with #d3b22d?
Is #d3b22d suitable for body text?
While #d3b22d offers excellent readability against dark backgrounds, it should generally be avoided for body text on a white canvas. Stick to using it for bold, attention-grabbing headlines or call-to-action buttons where the high saturation can shine without causing eye strain.
Is #d3b22d readable on white or black?
#d3b22d has a 2.06:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.17:1 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.