#DDBD41 Hex Color
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Warm and moderately saturated, #ddbd41 is a glowing golden yellow with a mellow, slightly earthy cast. Its upbeat energy suggests opportunity and spontaneity, making it useful for sale graphics, budget brands, construction accents, and attention-grabbing UI details. The hex code #ddbd41 supports highly readable black text, including small body copy.
Questions about #ddbd41
What is #ddbd41 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ddbd41 is rgb(221, 189, 65), in HSL hsl(48, 70%, 56%) and in CMYK 0%, 14%, 71%, 13%.
What colors pair well with #ddbd41?
#ddbd41 pairs well with charcoal, deep blue, and muted red because their darker or cooler tones balance its warm golden brightness without making the palette feel overly sweet. Use those partners for headings, borders, or grounding blocks.
Is #ddbd41 readable on white or black?
#ddbd41 has a 1.83:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.42:1 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.