#DAAE2C — Deadly Mustard Color · Hex, RGB & Palettes

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#DAAE2C

≈ Deadly Mustard

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On white

2.09:1

Fails AA

On black

8.39:1

Passes AAA

Best text on this color

Aa#1C1916(8.39:1)

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Colors that go with Deadly Mustard

Deadly Mustard sits in the orange family. Pair it with teal, cool blues or cream and sand for a soft, earthy scheme, or lean into its harmonies below for a ready-made scheme.

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Colour nameDeadly Mustard#DEAD11ΔE 1.8 CSS nameGoldenrod#DAA520ΔE 3.2 Web-safe#CC9900#CC9900ΔE 5.9

Pantone & RAL matches are coming soon — those libraries aren't openly licensed for redistribution.

Deadly Mustard — meaning & where to use it

Deadly Mustard is a rich, mid-toned orange — it reads as warm, friendly and inviting. It's a natural fit for lifestyle, wellness and playful consumer brands, and cheerful call-to-action buttons. To keep it balanced, pair it with teal, cool blues or cream and sand for a soft, earthy scheme.

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