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#DFC79F color code is #DFC79F. Use this page to get all code formats, explore shades and tints, and find colors that work with #dfc79f.

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#DFC79F Accessibility & WCAG Contrast

Relative luminance of #DFC79F is 0.5904. Its WCAG contrast ratio is 1.64:1 against white and 12.81:1 against black. Use the card with the higher ratio for body text.

The quick brown fox
#DFC79F on white1.64:1Fail
The quick brown fox
#DFC79F on black12.81:1AAA
The quick brown fox
White on #DFC79F1.64:1Fail
The quick brown fox
Black on #DFC79F12.81:1AAA

#DFC79F — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hex code for #DFC79F?+
The hex code for #DFC79F is #DFC79F. In RGB it's rgb(223, 199, 159), and in HSL it's hsl(38, 50%, 75%).
What is the RGB value of #DFC79F?+
#DFC79F in RGB is (223, 199, 159). Written in CSS: rgb(223, 199, 159).
What is the CMYK value of #DFC79F?+
#DFC79F converts to CMYK(0%, 11%, 29%, 13%) for print. Hex equivalent is #DFC79F.
Is #dfc79f a warm or cool color?+
#DFC79F (#DFC79F) is a warm orange — its hue sits at 38° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm part of the spectrum.
What color family does #dfc79f belong to?+
#DFC79F belongs to the orange family. Its HSL is 38°, 50%, 75% — a warm tone within the broader orange group.
Is #dfc79f accessible for body text on a white background?+
#DFC79F on white reaches a WCAG contrast ratio of 1.64:1 — below the AA threshold (4.5:1) for normal body text. Reserve for large headings or pair with a darker variant.
What is the closest Pantone match for #dfc79f?+
The nearest Pantone match for #DFC79F (#DFC79F) is 7604 C Hazelnut, calculated by Euclidean RGB distance over the Pantone Matching System.

How to use #DFC79F in design

Practical guidance for using #dfc79f (#DFC79F) across four design contexts, derived from its hue, lightness, saturation, and WCAG contrast.

Web & UI design

#DFC79F (#DFC79F) works well as a background color in dark UIs or as a button fill paired with white text — at 12.8:1 against black it's AAA-accessible for body text reversed onto it. Don't use it for text on a white background; 1.6:1 contrast won't pass AA.

Branding & identity

As a brand color, #DFC79F (#DFC79F) reads as balanced and approachable and approachable and modern. It fits naturally into youth-oriented brands, food, hospitality, creative tools. Pair it with a higher-contrast accent (warm if orange runs cool, cool if it runs warm) for visual hierarchy. Test legibility on both your logo and small UI text before locking it in — saturation that works on a 200px logo can feel overpowering at favicon scale.

Fashion & apparel

#DFC79F flatters warm-leaning skin tones (golden, peach, olive undertones) and works well in spring/summer collections. It pairs naturally with warm neutrals (cream, camel, brown, olive) and contrasts effectively with denim or navy. As an accent piece — scarf, bag, shoes — #dfc79f can carry an entire neutral outfit; as a head-to-toe color it can overwhelm and is best reserved for evening or statement pieces.

Interior design

#DFC79F works as either a primary wall color or a strong accent — versatile across most rooms. As a wall color it pairs with white trim and warm wood; as an accent (sofa, chair, large art) it lifts a neutral room without overwhelming it. Test a large swatch against your room's natural light at three times of day before committing — mid-tone colors shift more than light or dark colors do.

Brands that use #DFC79F

Major brands whose official palette contains a color within ~30 RGB units of #dfc79f (#DFC79F). Click through for the full brand color guide.

Chanel#C9B99A · Chanel Beige