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Meaning of the color Goldenrod
Goldenrod is a warm and radiant shade of yellow that evokes feelings of cheerfulness and vitality. Named after the goldenrod flower, this hue symbolizes optimism, creativity, and connection to nature. Its earthy undertones make it a versatile choice for designs that aim to feel welcoming and lively.
Goldenrod pairs beautifully with complementary and contrasting colors alike. Combine it with rich blues or purples for a bold and striking palette, or soften it with neutral tones like beige, cream, or soft gray. For a fresh and natural look, pair Goldenrod with greens or muted oranges.
Psychological characteristics of Goldenrod color
Goldenrod exudes warmth and energy, making it a color that uplifts and inspires:
- Optimism and joy: Its sunny tone brings a sense of positivity and happiness.
- Creativity and expression: Goldenrod sparks innovation and dynamic thinking.
- Warmth and connection: Its earthy undertones evoke comfort and friendliness.
- Energy and vitality: The vibrant yellow hues convey liveliness and enthusiasm.
Symbolic meanings of color Goldenrod
Optimism and creativity
Warmth and friendliness
Energy and vitality
Nature and connection
Technical information about Goldenrod/#DAA520
The Goldenrod hex code, #DAA520, perfectly represents its vibrant and earthy yellow tone. In the RGB color model, Goldenrod is composed of 85.49% red, 64.71% green, and 12.55% blue. In the CMYK model, it is represented as 0% cyan, 24.3% magenta, 85.3% yellow, and 14.5% black.
Goldenrod’s versatility and warmth make it a favorite in various design applications, from branding and advertising to interior and fashion design. Its ability to balance boldness with a natural touch ensures it stands out in any creative composition.
Goldenrod color conversion table
| Color code | Value | CSS |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #DAA520 | #DAA520 |
| RGB DECIMAL | 218, 165, 32 | rgb(218, 165, 32) |
| RGB PERCENTAGE | 85%, 65%, 13% | 85, 65, 13 |
| CMYK | 0, 24, 85, 15 | |
| HSL | 42.9°, 74.4, 49.0 | hsl(42.9°, 74.4%, 49.0%) |
| HSV (OR HSB) | 42.9°, 85.3, 85.5 | |
| WEB SAFE | #DAA520 | #DAA520 |
| CIE-LAB | 70.816, 8.525, 68.765 | |
| XYZ | 42.629, 41.920, 7.211 | |
| XYY | 0.465, 0.457, 41.920 | |
| CIE-LCH | 70.816, 69.291, 82.933 | |
| CIE-LUV | 70.816, 44.368, 69.994 | |
| HUNTER-LAB | 64.746, 4.222, 38.719 | |
| BINAR | 11011010 10100101 00100000 |
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