Light Brilliant Amber

Q: How do I use #D5BE2A in CSS?

You can use #D5BE2A in CSS with: background-color: #D5BE2A; or color: #D5BE2A; or as an RGB value: rgb(213, 190, 42). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 11%, 80%, 16%.

#D5BE2A

Light Brilliant Amber is a warm medium color with the hex code #D5BE2A. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 213, 190, 42 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 11%, 80%, 16% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Light Brilliant Amber Color Values

HEX: #D5BE2A
RGB: 213, 190, 42
HSL: 52°, 67%, 50%
CMYK: 0, 11, 80, 16

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Light Brilliant Amber sits at 52° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 67% saturation and 50% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Light Brilliant 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 Light Brilliant Amber in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 11%, 80%, 16% ensures accurate color reproduction. The bright CMYK values indicate this color relies on pure inks rather than black, maintaining vibrancy in print.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Light Brilliant Amber

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #D5BE2A;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 213, 190, 42;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#D5BE2A',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 11%
Y: 80%
K: 16%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(213, 190, 42)
rgba(213, 190, 42, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

8 brand s with colors near 52° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #D5BE2A?

#D5BE2A is Light Brilliant Amber, a warm medium color with RGB values of 213, 190, 42. It has a hue of 52°, 67% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #D5BE2A?

The RGB color code for #D5BE2A is rgb(213, 190, 42). This means it contains 213 red, 190 green, and 42 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Light Brilliant Amber a warm or cool color?

Light Brilliant Amber (#D5BE2A) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #D5BE2A in CSS?

You can use #D5BE2A in CSS with: background-color: #D5BE2A; or color: #D5BE2A; or as an RGB value: rgb(213, 190, 42). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 11%, 80%, 16%.