#E3B43B Hex Color
Saturated warm gold with high energy
#e3b43b is a saturated, warm gold that projects high energy and spontaneity. Because this shade is bold and insistent, it works best as an accent color for call to action buttons rather than a full background. It pairs exceptionally well with charcoal gray or deep navy for a sharp, modern contrast. For accessibility, black text ensures clear readability on this hex code.
Questions about #e3b43b
What is #e3b43b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e3b43b is rgb(227, 180, 59), in HSL hsl(43, 75%, 56%) and in CMYK 0%, 21%, 74%, 11%.
Does #e3b43b work well as a background color?
Using #e3b43b as a full background is often overwhelming because of its high saturation and intensity. It is far more effective when applied as a deliberate accent or highlight that directs the user's attention toward specific interactive elements.
Is #e3b43b readable on white or black?
#e3b43b has a 1.93:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.85:1 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.