#DAA474 Hex Color
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The hex code #daa474 is a light, muted orange with soft golden-brown undertones and a warm, mellow finish. Its low saturation creates a gentle, youthful mood for spring, baby, food, and autumn designs. Use it as a dominant background with black text, which reaches about 9.5:1 contrast, or pair it with deep navy for sharper branding.
Questions about #daa474
What is #daa474 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #daa474 is rgb(218, 164, 116), in HSL hsl(28, 58%, 65%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 47%, 15%.
Which colors pair well with #daa474?
#daa474 pairs well with deep navy for sharper contrast and with cream, beige, or warm brown for a softer look, while muted olive or sage add an earthy counterpoint without overpowering its mellow golden warmth.
Is #daa474 warm or cool?
#daa474 reads as warm because its orange base carries yellow and golden-brown undertones, while its low saturation keeps the effect gentle rather than bright or fiery. It feels approachable, relaxed, and naturally suited to welcoming visual themes.
Is #daa474 readable on white or black?
#daa474 has a 2.20:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.54:1 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.