Color swatch image showing #CFB536 with RGB(207,181,54) values

#CFB536 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #CFB536 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#CFB536 Color Information

#CFB536 RGB value is (207, 181, 54). The hex color red value is 207, green is 181, and blue is 54. Its HSL format shows a hue of 50°, saturation of 61 percent, and lightness of 51 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 13 percent, 74 percent, 19 percent.

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#CFB536 Color Meaning

Color #CFB536 radiates warmth without glare. Unlike metallic yellows or neon accents, #CFB536 muted gold draws from tarnished brass, dried wheat, and late-afternoon light. #CFB536 celebrates abundance that has settled into wisdom—not spectacle. Color #CFB536 works best when evoking legacy, harvest, or quiet prestige in design contexts. Studies in color preference show that desaturated golds like color #CFB536 appeal across age groups because they avoid the childishness of bright yellows and the coldness of silver. Its earthy undertone links #CFB536 to natural cycles—ripeness, decay, renewal. In branding, #CFB536 signals maturity: think heritage institutions, artisan goods, or financial services with historical roots. Unlike flashy gold, color #CFB536 doesn’t demand attention; #CFB536 earns respect. #CFB536 pairs powerfully with deep greens or charcoals to create palettes that feel both dignified and grounded. Culturally, color #CFB536 bridges agricultural gratitude and intellectual honor—ideal for awards, diplomas, or commemorative design. Color #CFB536 isn’t shiny—#CFB536’s earned.

Color Conversion

Convert #CFB536 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
#CFB536
RGB
rgb(207, 181, 54)
HSL
hsl(50°, 61%, 51%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 13%, 74%, 19%)
HSV
hsv(50°, 74%, 81%)
XYZ
42.9219 46.5795 10.2185
Yxy
46.5795 0.4304 0.4671
Hunter Lab
68.2492 -0.8569 8.1471
CIE-Lab
73.9200 -3.9819 64.1465

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red207 / 255 (81%)
81%
Green181 / 255 (71%)
71%
Blue54 / 255 (21%)
21%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta13 / 100 (13%)
13%
Yellow74 / 100 (74%)
74%
Key (Black)19 / 100 (19%)
19%

Color Variations

#CFB536 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

#CFB536 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 #CFB536 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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WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

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WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

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WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #CFB536 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

#CFB536

protanopia

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #CFB536;

Text Color

color: #CFB536;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #CFB536;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #CFB53640;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #CFB536;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #CFB536 0%, #7c6c1e 100%);

#CFB536 Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #CFB536 color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.