#DAB11A Hex Color

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#dab11a is a warm, saturated yellow with a golden, slightly ochre undertone. Its bright energy suggests enthusiasm and opportunity, making it effective for sale graphics, budget brands, and construction signage. Use this hex code as a bold accent or headline color, paired with charcoal or black for crisp contrast and readable small text.

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What is #dab11a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?

In RGB, #dab11a is rgb(218, 177, 26), in HSL hsl(47, 79%, 48%) and in CMYK 0%, 19%, 88%, 15%.

Which colors pair well with #dab11a in a palette?

#dab11a pairs well with black or charcoal for crisp contrast, while navy, burgundy, and deep olive create grounded accents that balance its bright golden warmth in branding, interfaces, and promotional graphics.

Is #dab11a readable on white or black?

#dab11a has a 2.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.28:1 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.

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