Is Yamabuki Gold (#FFB11B) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #FFB11B achieves a contrast ratio of 1.82:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 9.82:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Yamabuki Gold?

The exact complementary color for #FFB11B is #1A6AFF. For analogous pairings, use #FF3C1A and #DDFF1A. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Yamabuki Gold

Yamabuki Gold (#FFB11B)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Yamabuki Gold (#FFB11B)?

Yamabuki Gold has the HEX code #FFB11B. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 255, 177, 27. In HSL, it is 39°, 100%, 55%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:31% Y:89% K:0%.

Luminance: 53% · Nearest standard name: Yamabuki Gold

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YAMABUKI GOLD

#FFB11B

rgb(255, 177, 27) · hsl(39°, 100%, 55%)

HEX#FFB11B

RGB255, 177, 27

HSL39°, 100%, 55%

HSV / HSB39°, 89%, 100%

CMYK (Print)0%, 31%, 89%, 0%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#FFB11B#1A6AFF

Analogous

#FF3C1A#FFB11B#DDFF1A

Triadic

#FFB11B#1AFFAF#AF1AFF

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)1.82:1

Sample text rendered with #FFB11B on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

Against Dark (#0F172A)9.82:1

Sample text rendered with #FFB11B on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Yamabuki Gold (#FFB11B)

Yamabuki Gold (#FFB11B) is a distinct shade within the Coral & Orange chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 53% 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#FFB11B

RGB Space255, 177, 27

HSL Values39°, 100%, 55%

HSV / HSB39°, 89%, 100%

CMYK Ink0%, 31%, 89%, 0%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Yamabuki Gold

Geometric intervals calculated from #FFB11B on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#1A6AFF

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Yamabuki Gold with its polar opposite (#1A6AFF) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#FF3C1A · #DDFF1A

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#1ADDFF · #3C1AFF

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#1AFFAF · #AF1AFF

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#1AFF3C · #1A6AFF · #FF1ADD

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

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

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Yamabuki Gold

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 100% and lightness of 55%, Yamabuki Gold (#FFB11B) 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 Yamabuki Gold with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Yamabuki Gold

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-ffb11b: #FFB11B;
  --color-ffb11b-rgb: 255, 177, 27;
  --color-ffb11b-hsl: 39deg 100% 55%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        'ffb11b': '#FFB11B',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Yamabuki Gold (#FFB11B)

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

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Yamabuki Gold (#FFB11B)?

Yamabuki Gold is defined by the HEX code #FFB11B. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:255, G:177, B:27. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:39°, Saturation:100%, Lightness:55%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 39°, 89%, 100%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:31%, Y:89%, K:0%.

Does Yamabuki Gold (#FFB11B) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Yamabuki Gold achieves a contrast ratio of 1.82:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Failing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 9.82:1 (Passing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Yamabuki Gold (#FFB11B)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #FFB11B is #1A6AFF. When placed side-by-side, #FFB11B and #1A6AFF create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

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

How can I copy and export Yamabuki Gold into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Yamabuki Gold in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #FFB11B; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Yamabuki Gold using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Yamabuki Gold (#FFB11B) belong to?

Yamabuki Gold belongs to the Coral & Orange family (Warm spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Coral & Orange Color Guide.