#DDB523 Hex Color
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#ddb523 is a glowing, saturated gold with strong warm undertones. It demands attention, making it an excellent choice for call-to-action buttons or small design accents rather than large backgrounds. Because black text maintains a high contrast of 10.7:1 against this shade, readability remains sharp. Pair this hex code with dark charcoal or deep navy for a balanced, modern look.
Questions about #ddb523
What is #ddb523 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ddb523 is rgb(221, 181, 35), in HSL hsl(47, 73%, 50%) and in CMYK 0%, 18%, 84%, 13%.
What colors pair well with #ddb523?
#ddb523 pairs best with deep charcoal, navy blue, or forest green to create a balanced, modern look. The high contrast of these dark shades makes the gold pop, preventing it from looking washed out against lighter backgrounds.
Is #ddb523 readable on white or black?
#ddb523 has a 1.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.70:1 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.