#CDC37E color code insights

All the conversions, harmonies, and accessibility checks you need to design with confidence.

RGB:rgb(205, 195, 126)

HSL:hsl(52, 44%, 65%)

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HEX

#CDC37E

RGB

205, 195, 126

HSL

52°, 44%, 65%

HSV

52°, 39%, 80%

CMYK

0%, 5%, 39%, 20%

Color Conversion

Generate values across multiple color models in one place.

HEXHue (52°)Saturation (44%)Lightness (65%)

#CDC37E

≈≈ Steel Blue

Reference color cards

Lower ΔE means a closer visual match

Tints & shades

Explore how #CDC37E behaves when you mix it with white or black. These swatches are perfect for hover states, shadows, and backgrounds.

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Shades

0–100%

0%#CDC37E

10%#C4B767

20%#BAAC4F

30%#A79941

40%#8F8438

50%#776E2E

60%#5F5825

70%#48421C

80%#302C13

90%#181609

100%#000000

Tints

0–100%

0%#CDC37E

10%#D2C98B

20%#D7CF98

30%#DCD5A5

40%#E1DBB2

50%#E6E1BF

60%#EBE7CC

70%#F0EDD8

80%#F5F3E5

90%#FAF9F2

100%#FFFFFF

Common use cases

UI component states (hover, active, disabled)
Creating depth with shadows and highlights
Building consistent color systems

Design system

Design system tip

These variations form the foundation of a cohesive palette. Export them to keep marketing, product, and engineering aligned.

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Color harmonies

Build balanced palettes instantly with harmonies generated from #CDC37E.

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How to use

Pick one dominant color, then let supporting hues act as accents for typography, surfaces, and call-to-action buttons.

Why it matters

Balanced harmonies communicate intent—calm, energetic, premium—without overwhelming your layout.

Complementary

Opposite hues that create impact and bold contrast.

Best for

High-impact CTAs, logos, and hero sections

Analogous

Neighboring hues for natural, fluid gradients.

Best for

Nature-inspired, calming dashboards

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues for playful balance.

Best for

Playful branding and editorial layouts

Tetradic

Two complementary pairs that deliver rich variety.

Best for

Illustrations and marketing experiments

Monochromatic

Lighter and darker siblings inside the same hue family.

Best for

Minimalist interfaces and premium UI states

Accessibility contrast

Check how readable #CDC37E is with common text colors so every visitor enjoys a clear experience.

Use AA as the baseline for body copy and AAA for premium accessibility.

Sample text on black text

Text color#000000

Background#CDC37E

Contrast ratio11.70:1

WCAG levelAAA

Sample text on white text

Text color#FFFFFF

Background#CDC37E

Contrast ratio1.79:1

WCAG levelFail

Recommended text preview

Text color#000000

Background#CDC37E

Contrast ratio11.70:1

WCAG levelAAA

Technical Formats

Unlock pro color spaces like XYZ, LAB, CMYK variants, and export-ready profiles.

Practical Formats

Get print simulations, LED mappings, and developer-ready byte orders.

Color Analysis

Dive into spectral data, dominance reports, and advanced analytics.

Blindness Simulator

Preview how #CDC37E appears across common color-vision deficiencies.

Creative Aspects

Explore seasonal associations, emotional cues, and natural occurrences.

Design guidance

Balance

Treat #CDC37E as a highlight. Pair it with neutrals and one supporting hue to avoid visual overload.

Contrast

Test combinations with real content. Higher contrast improves scanning, readability, and conversions.

Harmony

Use lighter tints for surfaces, the base color for primaries, and darker shades for hover or pressed states.

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