Vegas Gold

HEX: #C5B358 | Modern Palette

On White
2.11:1
FAIL
On Black
9.96:1
PASS

Color Specifications

HEX
#C5B358
RGB
197, 179, 88
HSL
50°, 48% ,55%
CMYK
0, 9, 55, 23

About Vegas Gold

Vegas Gold (#C5B358) is a color with RGB(197, 179, 88) and HSL(50.1°, 48.4%, 55.9%). It is commonly associated with Earthy moods. In design, it fits Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Logo. Its complementary color is #586AC5, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #58C5B3 and #B358C5. The name comes from Vegas Gold (English).

  • HEX: #C5B358
  • RGB: 197, 179, 88
  • HSL: 50.1°, 48.4%, 55.9%
  • Mood: Earthy
  • Style: Warm
  • Use case: Text, Button, Logo
  • Complementary color: #586AC5
  • Triadic colors: #58C5B3, #B358C5
  • The name comes from Vegas Gold (English).

Live Components

LIGHT
DARK
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Color Palettes

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
Analogous Five hues drifting across a 60° arc — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
3 + 1 + 1 Three analogous base colors, one complementary accent, one dark anchor — bold yet balanced.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.

Triadic

Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.

Split-Complementary

Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.

Tetradic (Square)

Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.

Monochromatic

Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.

Shades & Tints

A seamless scale of #C5B358 from deepest shade to lightest tint.

Color Characteristics

Mood
Earthy
Style
Warm
Use case
Text Button Logo

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #B8B857
Protanopia #B5B558
Tritanopia #CCABAB
Achromatopsia #B3B3B3

Frequently Asked Questions

Vegas Gold (#C5B358) is a color with RGB(197, 179, 88) and HSL(50.1°, 48.4%, 55.9%).

#C5B358 pairs strongly with #586AC5 as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#C5B358 is suitable for Text, Button, Logo and works well with Warm styles.

#C5B358 is commonly associated with Earthy.

The name Vegas Gold is linked to Vegas Gold from English, meaning A specific shade of gold, often associated with the city of Las Vegas..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Vegas Gold
Meaning A specific shade of gold, often associated with the city of Las Vegas.
Language English
First Recorded Use Late 20th Century

History

The color 'Vegas Gold' is a modern descriptive color name. It's not a historical pigment like 'ultramarine' or 'ochre'. Its association with Las Vegas stems from the city's opulent and often gold-accented architecture, casinos, and entertainment. The color evokes a sense of luxury, glamour, and the 'golden' opportunities often associated with the city. It gained particular prominence in sports team branding, notably with the Vegas Golden Knights NHL team, solidifying its recognition as a distinct shade of gold.

First Recorded Use

The exact first use is difficult to pinpoint, but the term likely emerged as a descriptive color name in the latter half of the 20th century, coinciding with the growth and popular imagery of Las Vegas.

Cultural Associations

Culturally, 'Vegas Gold' is strongly linked to the imagery of Las Vegas – a city known for entertainment, gambling, luxury, and a certain flamboyant aesthetic. It represents a specific kind of 'gold' that is more about glitz and showmanship than the deep, rich gold of ancient artifacts or fine jewelry. It's often seen in sports uniforms, branding, and decor aiming for a modern, energetic, and somewhat flashy gold look.

Similar Named Colors
Brass #B5A642 ΔE 4.23
Dark Khaki #BDB76B ΔE 4.39
Old Gold #CFB53B ΔE 4.42
Olive Green #BAB86C ΔE 5.44

Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #C5B358;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #C5B358;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #C5B358;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #C5B358,
        #586AC5
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #C5B358,
        #586AC5
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$vegas-gold: #C5B358;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$vegas-gold-r: 197;
$vegas-gold-g: 179;
$vegas-gold-b: 88;

// Usage
.element {
    background-color: $vegas-gold;
    color: rgba($vegas-gold-r, $vegas-gold-g, $vegas-gold-b, 0.8);
}