Color swatch image showing #CFB52A with RGB(207,181,42) values

#CFB52A Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #CFB52A including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#CFB52A Color Information

#CFB52A RGB value is (207, 181, 42). The hex color red value is 207, green is 181, and blue is 42. Its HSL format shows a hue of 51°, saturation of 66 percent, and lightness of 49 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 13 percent, 80 percent, 19 percent.

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#CFB52A Color Meaning

Color #CFB52A radiates warmth without glare. Unlike metallic yellows or neon accents, #CFB52A muted gold draws from tarnished brass, dried wheat, and late-afternoon light. #CFB52A celebrates abundance that has settled into wisdom—not spectacle. Color #CFB52A works best when evoking legacy, harvest, or quiet prestige in design contexts. Studies in color preference show that desaturated golds like color #CFB52A appeal across age groups because they avoid the childishness of bright yellows and the coldness of silver. Its earthy undertone links #CFB52A to natural cycles—ripeness, decay, renewal. In branding, #CFB52A signals maturity: think heritage institutions, artisan goods, or financial services with historical roots. Unlike flashy gold, color #CFB52A doesn’t demand attention; #CFB52A earns respect. #CFB52A pairs powerfully with deep greens or charcoals to create palettes that feel both dignified and grounded. Culturally, color #CFB52A bridges agricultural gratitude and intellectual honor—ideal for awards, diplomas, or commemorative design. Color #CFB52A isn’t shiny—#CFB52A’s earned.

Color Conversion

Convert #CFB52A across different color models and formats. These conversions help designers work seamlessly between digital and print media, ensuring this color maintains its intended appearance across RGB screens, CMYK printers, and HSL color manipulations.

HEX
#CFB52A
RGB
rgb(207, 181, 42)
HSL
hsl(51°, 66%, 49%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 13%, 80%, 19%)
HSV
hsv(51°, 80%, 81%)
XYZ
42.6739 46.4803 8.9129
Yxy
46.4803 0.4352 0.4740
Hunter Lab
68.1765 -0.9534 8.3790
CIE-Lab
73.8561 -4.4467 68.0850

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red207 / 255 (81%)
81%
Green181 / 255 (71%)
71%
Blue42 / 255 (16%)
16%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta13 / 100 (13%)
13%
Yellow80 / 100 (80%)
80%
Key (Black)19 / 100 (19%)
19%

Color Variations

#CFB52A harmonies come to life through carefully balanced shades, tints, and tones, giving this color depth and flexibility across light and dark variations. Shades add richness, tints bring an airy softness, and tones soften intensity, making it easy to pair in clean, modern palettes.

Color Harmonies

#CFB52A harmonies create beautiful relationships with other colors based on their position on the color wheel. Each harmony type offers unique design possibilities, enabling cohesive and visually appealing color schemes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker

(WCAG 2.1) Test #CFB52A for accessibility compliance against white and black backgrounds. Proper contrast ensures this color remains readable and usable for all audiences, meeting WCAG 2.1 standards for both normal and large text applications.

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Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

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Normal Text

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UI Components

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Color Blindness Simulator

See how #CFB52A appears to people with different types of color vision deficiencies. These simulations help create more inclusive designs that consider how this color is perceived across various visual abilities.

Normal Vision

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protanopia

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Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #CFB52A;

Text Color

color: #CFB52A;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #CFB52A;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #CFB52A40;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #CFB52A;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #CFB52A 0%, #7b6c19 100%);

#CFB52A Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #CFB52A color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.