#E5AA06 Hex Color
Glowing gold with real punch
Bright as fresh turmeric, this golden yellow glows with saturated warmth. #e5aa06 works best as a bold accent on sale banners, badges, and budget branding where grabbing attention is the point. Black text on it passes WCAG AA with plenty of room, so it holds up behind small type. Pair it with deep teal or charcoal to keep its sparkle in check.
Questions about #e5aa06
What is #e5aa06 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e5aa06 is rgb(229, 170, 6), in HSL hsl(44, 95%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 26%, 97%, 10%.
What colors pair well with #e5aa06?
Deep teal, navy, and charcoal make #e5aa06 look richer than white does, since white can wash out its glow. For a warmer mix, use dark brown or terracotta accents.
Is #e5aa06 readable on white or black?
#e5aa06 has a 2.08:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.08:1 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.