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#FFB404 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #FFB404 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#FFB404 Color Information

#FFB404 RGB value is (255, 180, 4). The hex color red value is 255, green is 180, and blue is 4. Its HSL format shows a hue of 42°, saturation of 100 percent, and lightness of51 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 29 percent, 98 percent, 0percent.

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#FFB404 Color Meaning

color #FFB404 expresses optimism, energy, and radiant achievement. #FFB404 vivid, golden yellow evokes warmth, cheer, and visibility. Psychologically, Color #FFB404 inspires confidence, motivation, and attention, stimulating both creative and logical thinking. Culturally, Color #FFB404 carries connotations of wealth, honor, and celebration in Western traditions, and in Eastern symbolism #FFB404 connects with abundance, happiness, and vitality. Feng Shui interprets #FFB404 as a power color for wealth and fame areas, supporting recognition and success. Spiritually, #FFB404 aligns with the solar plexus chakra, enhancing personal power, courage, and vitality. In arts and design, Color #FFB404 acts as a luminous accent, drawing attention to focal points, logos, or decorative details. #FFB404 pairs well with deep blues, purples, or muted greys, offering a dynamic contrast. Its bright, warm tone is ideal for inspiring energy and positivity in visual projects.

Color Conversion

Convert #FFB404 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
#FFB404
RGB
rgb(255, 180, 4)
HSL
hsl(42°, 100%, 51%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 29%, 98%, 0%)
HSV
hsv(42°, 98%, 100%)
XYZ
57.5832 53.9113 7.4858
Yxy
53.9113 0.4840 0.4531
Hunter Lab
73.4243 4.3293 11.0840
CIE-Lab
78.4100 16.1404 80.8433

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red255 / 255 (100%)
100%
Green180 / 255 (71%)
71%
Blue4 / 255 (2%)

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta29 / 100 (29%)
29%
Yellow98 / 100 (98%)
98%
Key (Black)0 / 100 (0%)

Color Variations

#FFB404 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

#FFB404 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 #FFB404 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+)

1.78:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

1.78:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

1.78:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #FFB404 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

#FFB404

protanopia

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #FFB404;

Text Color

color: #FFB404;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #FFB404;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #FFB40440;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #FFB404;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #FFB404 0%, #996b00 100%);

#FFB404 Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #FFB404 color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.