#D3B807 Hex Color
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This saturated, golden yellow brings a high-energy, glowing warmth to any design. Because it stands out so aggressively, use hex code #d3b807 sparingly as an accent color rather than a primary background. It pairs exceptionally well with charcoal grays or deep navies to create sharp, readable contrast. Black text remains legible here, making it a functional choice for high-visibility buttons and call-to-action elements.
Questions about #d3b807
What is #d3b807 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d3b807 is rgb(211, 184, 7), in HSL hsl(52, 94%, 43%) and in CMYK 0%, 13%, 97%, 17%. Browse more shades of yellow with names and hex codes.
How do I use #d3b807 effectively in a design?
Apply #d3b807 sparingly as a high-impact accent color rather than a primary background to avoid overwhelming the viewer. It creates excellent contrast when paired with dark neutrals like charcoal or deep navy, making it perfect for call-to-action buttons.
Is #d3b807 readable on white or black?
#d3b807 has a 1.97:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.62:1 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.