Vivid Amber

Q: How do I use #C28E0A in CSS?

You can use #C28E0A in CSS with: background-color: #C28E0A; or color: #C28E0A; or as an RGB value: rgb(194, 142, 10). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 27%, 95%, 24%.

#C28E0A

Vivid Amber is a warm medium color with the hex code #C28E0A. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 194, 142, 10 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 27%, 95%, 24% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Vivid Amber Color Values

HEX: #C28E0A
RGB: 194, 142, 10
HSL: 43°, 90%, 40%
CMYK: 0, 27, 95, 24

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Vivid Amber sits at 43° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 90% saturation and 40% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Vivid Amber work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Vivid Amber in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 27%, 95%, 24% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Vivid Amber

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #C28E0A;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 194, 142, 10;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#C28E0A',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 27%
Y: 95%
K: 24%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(194, 142, 10)
rgba(194, 142, 10, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 43° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #C28E0A?

#C28E0A is Vivid Amber, a warm medium color with RGB values of 194, 142, 10. It has a hue of 43°, 90% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #C28E0A?

The RGB color code for #C28E0A is rgb(194, 142, 10). This means it contains 194 red, 142 green, and 10 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Vivid Amber a warm or cool color?

Vivid Amber (#C28E0A) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #C28E0A in CSS?

You can use #C28E0A in CSS with: background-color: #C28E0A; or color: #C28E0A; or as an RGB value: rgb(194, 142, 10). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 27%, 95%, 24%.