#E5C472 Hex Color
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Reach for #e5c472 when a design needs warmth without shouting. This muted, golden yellow carries hints of mustard and honey, reading mellow rather than bright. It works best as a dominant base or large background, where its low saturation feels calm and inviting. Pair it with deep navy for contrast or terracotta for a sun-baked palette. Black text passes contrast checks cleanly on top of it.
Questions about #e5c472
What is #e5c472 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e5c472 is rgb(229, 196, 114), in HSL hsl(43, 69%, 67%) and in CMYK 0%, 14%, 50%, 10%.
What colors pair well with #e5c472?
Deep navy and charcoal bring out its golden undertones, while terracotta and olive lean into its earthy warmth. For a softer look, try cream or warm gray.
Is #e5c472 a warm or cool color?
It reads clearly warm. Red and orange undertones give it a honeyed, sunlit character, so it flatters other warm neutrals like terracotta and cream.
Is #e5c472 readable on white or black?
#e5c472 has a 1.68:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.47:1 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.