Earth Yellow (#e1a95f) Color Meaning, Codes and Information

A complete guide to Earth Yellow (#e1a95f) covering color values, harmonies, shades, meaning, and practical uses across design, branding, and everyday visuals.

Earth Yellow (#e1a95f) Color Information

Earth Yellow (#e1a95f) RGB value is (225, 169, 95). The hex color red value is 225, green is 169, and blue is 95. Its HSL format shows a hue of 34°, saturation of 68%, and lightness of 63%, while the CMYK process values are 0%, 25%, 58%, and 12%.

Colors that pair well with Earth Yellow (#e1a95f) include Terra Cotta (#E3735E), Golden Sand (#DDD06A), and Medium Sky Blue (#80DAEB), as they maintain visual balance and harmony, whereas Medium Aquamarine (#66DDAA), Rich Lilac (#B666D2), and United Nations Blue (#5B92E5) tend to conflict with this color due to strong contrast or opposing tonal characteristics.

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Earth Yellow (#e1a95f) Color Meaning

Earth Yellow (#E1A95F) is a warm, golden-yellow with brown undertones, positioned in the natural yellow spectrum. It evokes vitality, energy, and grounded warmth. Earth Yellow (#E1A95F) has been used in art, ceramics, and textiles to represent growth, abundance, and resilience. The color symbolizes optimism, stability, and energy. Earth Yellow (#E1A95F) influences psychology by stimulating focus, motivation, and emotional warmth. In spiritual practice, golden-yellows like Earth Yellow (#E1A95F) connect to personal power, clarity, and abundance, promoting both grounded action and vitality. Earth Yellow (#E1A95F) appears in design, festive decor, and natural-inspired art. Across societies, it communicates prosperity, energy, and warmth. Its rich yet earthy tone allows it to energize spaces while maintaining grounding and approachability in symbolic and visual contexts.

Color Conversion

Accurate conversions of Earth Yellow (#e1a95f) across RGB, Hex, CMYK, HSL, and Lab ensure consistent color fidelity across digital, print, and design applications.

HEX
#e1a95f
RGB
rgb(225, 169, 95)
HSL
hsl(34°, 68%, 63%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 25%, 58%, 12%)
HSV
hsv(34°, 58%, 88%)
XYZ
47.3049 45.2097 17.0596
Yxy
45.2097 0.4317 0.4126
Hunter Lab
67.2382 2.7095 6.3749
CIE-Lab
73.0298 12.4918 45.6796

RGB Values & CMYK Values

Detailed RGB and CMYK values of Earth Yellow (#e1a95f) displayed in a horizontal bar provide clear reference for digital and print color accuracy.

RGB Channels

Red225 / 255 (88%)
88%
Green169 / 255 (66%)
66%
Blue95 / 255 (37%)
37%

CMYK Ink Density

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta25 / 100 (25%)
25%
Yellow58 / 100 (58%)
58%
Key (Black)12 / 100 (12%)
12%

Color Variations

A full range of Earth Yellow (#e1a95f) variations, including tints, shades, and tones, provides highlights, depth, and subtle desaturated options for UI design.

Color Harmonies

Harmonious color schemes for Earth Yellow (#e1a95f) created using the color wheel ensure visually balanced palettes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split Complementary

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker (WCAG)

Luminance contrast ratios for Earth Yellow (#e1a95f) against standard backgrounds ensure readable, accessible text following Contrast Checker and WCAG 2.1 AA/AAA standards.

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Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

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Normal Text

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UI Components

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WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

Simulated views of Earth Yellow (#e1a95f) for different color vision deficiencies help identify potential confusion using the Color Blindness Simulator.

Normal Vision

Earth Yellow (#e1a95f)

protanopia

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Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #e1a95f;

Text Color

color: #e1a95f;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #e1a95f;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #e1a95f40;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #e1a95f;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #e1a95f 0%, #9d661e 100%);

Seamless Patterns

High-resolution seamless patterns featuring Earth Yellow (#e1a95f) provide ready-to-use backgrounds, wallpapers, and print designs for any project.

Diagonal Stripes
Polka Dots
Chevron
Diamond Grid
Hexagon
Waves
Crosshatch
Zigzag
Brick Wall
Triangles
Circles Grid
Herringbone

Icons

A collection of popular icons in Earth Yellow (#e1a95f) offers ready-to-use visuals for interfaces, designs, and creative projects.

Real-World Applications

Real-world mockups of Earth Yellow (#e1a95f) showcase its versatility across fashion, interiors, branding, and product packaging.

Fashion
Colored T-Shirt
Fashion
Baseball Cap
Interior
Living Room
Exterior
Office Complex
BRAND
Brands
Aluminum Can
Vehicle
Glossy Sportscar
Brands
Shopping Bag
Interior
Matte Wall
Brands
Flagship Phone

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Earth Yellow (#e1a95f) Color FAQs

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