#D8B046 Hex Color
A saturated golden yellow with energetic warmth
This warm, saturated yellow feels energetic and spontaneous. Its golden tone functions best as a punchy accent rather than a full background, ideal for sale graphics or construction branding. With a 10.2:1 contrast ratio, black text remains highly legible against this hue. Pair #d8b046 with deep charcoal to avoid it looking washed out. The hex code for this glowing yellow is #d8b046.
Questions about #d8b046
What is #d8b046 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d8b046 is rgb(216, 176, 70), in HSL hsl(44, 65%, 56%) and in CMYK 0%, 19%, 68%, 15%.
What colors pair best with #d8b046?
#d8b046 works effectively as a vibrant accent when grounded by deep neutrals like charcoal or matte black, which prevent the color from appearing washed out. For a more adventurous palette, consider adding complementary deep blue or soft violet tones to create visual tension.
Is #d8b046 readable on white or black?
#d8b046 has a 2.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.21:1 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.