Light Brilliant Amber

Q: How do I use #F2C873 in CSS?

You can use #F2C873 in CSS with: background-color: #F2C873; or color: #F2C873; or as an RGB value: rgb(242, 200, 115). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 17%, 52%, 5%.

#F2C873

Light Brilliant Amber is a warm light color with the hex code #F2C873. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 242, 200, 115 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 17%, 52%, 5% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Light Brilliant Amber Color Values

HEX: #F2C873
RGB: 242, 200, 115
HSL: 40°, 83%, 70%
CMYK: 0, 17, 52, 5

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Light Brilliant Amber sits at 40° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 83% saturation and 70% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.

In digital design, warm colors like Light Brilliant Amber work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Light Brilliant Amber in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 17%, 52%, 5% 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: #F2C873;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 242, 200, 115;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#F2C873',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 17%
Y: 52%
K: 5%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(242, 200, 115)
rgba(242, 200, 115, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

9 brand s with colors near 40° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #F2C873?

#F2C873 is Light Brilliant Amber, a warm light color with RGB values of 242, 200, 115. It has a hue of 40°, 83% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #F2C873?

The RGB color code for #F2C873 is rgb(242, 200, 115). This means it contains 242 red, 200 green, and 115 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Light Brilliant Amber a warm or cool color?

Light Brilliant Amber (#F2C873) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #F2C873 in CSS?

You can use #F2C873 in CSS with: background-color: #F2C873; or color: #F2C873; or as an RGB value: rgb(242, 200, 115). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 17%, 52%, 5%.