#D9BF77 Hex Color
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This desaturated gold offers a mellow, warm presence that avoids being overly bright. Because of its muted character, it functions better as a supporting tone or accent rather than a dominant background. Pair #d9bf77 with charcoal gray for a sophisticated, modern look. The hex code for this soft, sunny yellow is #d9bf77. It provides excellent contrast for black text, ensuring readability across your design projects.
Questions about #d9bf77
What is #d9bf77 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d9bf77 is rgb(217, 191, 119), in HSL hsl(44, 56%, 66%) and in CMYK 0%, 12%, 45%, 15%.
What colors pair best with #d9bf77?
This muted gold pairs exceptionally well with charcoal or dark slate, creating a high-contrast, sophisticated look. It also works as a subtle bridge between warm earth tones like terracotta and neutral backgrounds, providing enough warmth to stand out without overwhelming a design layout.
Is #d9bf77 readable on white or black?
#d9bf77 has a 1.79:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.66:1 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.