Is Brass (#B5A642) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #B5A642 achieves a contrast ratio of 2.47:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 7.22:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Brass?

The exact complementary color for #B5A642 is #4150B4. For analogous pairings, use #B46B41 and #8AB441. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Brass

Brass (#B5A642)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Brass (#B5A642)?

Brass has the HEX code #B5A642. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 181, 166, 66. In HSL, it is 52°, 47%, 48%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:8% Y:64% K:29%.

Luminance: 37% · Nearest standard name: Brass

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BRASS

#B5A642

rgb(181, 166, 66) · hsl(52°, 47%, 48%)

HEX#B5A642

RGB181, 166, 66

HSL52°, 47%, 48%

HSV / HSB52°, 64%, 71%

CMYK (Print)0%, 8%, 64%, 29%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#B5A642#4150B4

Analogous

#B46B41#B5A642#8AB441

Triadic

#B5A642#41B4A5#A541B4

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)2.47:1

Sample text rendered with #B5A642 on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

Against Dark (#0F172A)7.22:1

Sample text rendered with #B5A642 on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Brass (#B5A642)

Brass (#B5A642) is a distinct shade within the Amber & Yellow chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 37% and a warm color temperature, this tone plays a vital role across web applications, brand identities, and editorial typography. Discover its mathematical harmonies, accessibility metrics, UI engineering roles, and front-end code tokens.

Technical Colorimetry & Coordinate Breakdown

Exact mathematical values across digital display, print press, and human perceptual spaces.

HEX Code#B5A642

RGB Space181, 166, 66

HSL Values52°, 47%, 48%

HSV / HSB52°, 64%, 71%

CMYK Ink0%, 8%, 64%, 29%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Brass

Geometric intervals calculated from #B5A642 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#4150B4

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Brass with its polar opposite (#4150B4) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#B46B41 · #8AB441

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Brass for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#418AB4 · #6B41B4

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Brass, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#41B4A5 · #A541B4

Triadic Harmony

Forms an equilateral triangle on the color wheel, generating playful, dynamic energy when balanced against a neutral background.

Rectangular (90°)#41B46B · #4150B4 · #B4418A

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

A rich four-color scheme combining two complementary pairs, ideal for complex dashboards, gaming HUDs, and multi-tier charts.

Interactive Exploration

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Brass

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 47% and lightness of 48%, Brass (#B5A642) acts as an attention-grabbing focal point. In user interfaces, reserve it for primary CTA buttons, active state indicators, and notification badges to draw user clicks immediately.

Light Mode SurfaceIdeal for buttons and badges

Dark Mode AdaptationDesaturate slightly for ambient glow

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Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

Embodies tactile warmth, artisan craftsmanship, grounded optimism, and hospitality. Creates an inviting, friendly atmosphere.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Hospitality Resorts, Artisan Food & Dining, Interior Decor, Education. Combining Brass with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Brass

Drop-in design system tokens for CSS, Tailwind CSS, and SCSS.

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-b5a642: #B5A642;
  --color-b5a642-rgb: 181, 166, 66;
  --color-b5a642-hsl: 52deg 47% 48%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        'b5a642': '#B5A642',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Brass (#B5A642)

Authoritative answers covering Brass color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Brass (#B5A642)?

Brass is defined by the HEX code #B5A642. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:181, G:166, B:66. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:52°, Saturation:47%, Lightness:48%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 52°, 64%, 71%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:8%, Y:64%, K:29%.

Does Brass (#B5A642) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Brass achieves a contrast ratio of 2.47:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Failing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 7.22:1 (Passing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Brass (#B5A642)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #B5A642 is #4150B4. When placed side-by-side, #B5A642 and #4150B4 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for Brass in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

How can I copy and export Brass into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Brass in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #B5A642; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Brass using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Brass (#B5A642) belong to?

Brass belongs to the Amber & Yellow family (Warm spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Amber & Yellow Color Guide.