#DCB15E Hex Color
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This soft, warm yellow carries a cheerful, glowing quality. Because it sits in the mid-tones, the hex code #dcb15e functions as a friendly base for spring-themed branding or baby products. Pair it with deep charcoal text to ensure readability, as it offers a strong 10.5:1 contrast ratio against black. Avoid using it alongside stark white, as the color tends to look washed out.
Questions about #dcb15e
What is #dcb15e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #dcb15e is rgb(220, 177, 94), in HSL hsl(40, 64%, 62%) and in CMYK 0%, 20%, 57%, 14%.
What colors pair well with #dcb15e?
Pair #dcb15e with deep charcoal or dark espresso text to maintain strong readability and contrast, as the mid-tone yellow can appear washed out against lighter backgrounds. These dark neutrals anchor the color effectively for professional branding.
Is #dcb15e readable on white or black?
#dcb15e has a 2.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.49:1 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.