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栀子黄

#EBB10D
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Earth Element
Late Summer · Center · Stability & Nourishment
Secondary Color (间色)

Cultural Resonance

A traditional Chinese color with historical roots. Modern nomenclature.

A secondary color derived from blending primary colors, commonly seen in folk clothing and daily life.

Five Elements

Element
Earth
Season
Late Summer
Direction
Center
Symbolism
Virtue & Inclusiveness
Color Class
Secondary Color (间色)
Category
Orange

Technical Specs

HEX#EBB10D
RGB235, 177, 13
HSL44°, 90%, 49%
CMYK3%, 36%, 99%, 0%

Visual Analysis

A mid-toned amber tone (H:44° S:90% L:49%) that is intensely saturated, bold. It carries the brilliance of ceramic glaze, offering a distinctive presence in any palette.

Color Harmonies

Complementary
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#0C48ED
Triadic
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#0CEDB1
#B10CED
Analogous
#ED410C
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#B9ED0C
Split-Complementary
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#0CB9ED
#410CED
Tint & Shade
#946C00
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#EFCD71

Design Applications

Brand & Identity

"栀子黄" is particularly suited for organic food, wellness, and artisanal crafts. Its specific tonal character (H:44° S:90%) creates a distinctive brand identity that stands apart from generic color choices.

Interior & Spatial

In spatial design, this specific shade excels in sunlit kitchens and creative studios. At 49% lightness, it balances visibility and subtlety — ideal for body text containers, sidebar accents, or secondary backgrounds.

Digital & UI

In digital interfaces, consider using "栀子黄" for highlight labels, progress indicators, and warm gradients. At 49% lightness, it balances visibility and subtlety — ideal for body text containers, sidebar accents, or secondary backgrounds.

Accessibility — WCAG Contrast

White Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
1.94:1
AA AAA
Black Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
10.83:1
AA AAA

WCAG 2.1 requires ≥4.5:1 for AA and ≥7:1 for AAA. Best text color: black (#000).

Color Psychology

Color Temperature

Warm-toned (hue 44°), triggers energy and action. Warm colors advance visually, making elements feel prominent.

Visual Weight

Mid-range lightness (49%) creates balanced presence — works for text and interactive elements.

Saturation Impact

High saturation (90%) demands attention — brain processes ~50ms faster than desaturated variants.

Color Breakdown

Hue44°
Saturation90%
Lightness49%
Print Values (CMYK)
C3%
M36%
Y99%
K0%

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