Satin Sheen Gold

HEX: #CBA135 | Modern Palette

On White
2.42:1
FAIL
On Black
8.69:1
PASS

Color Specifications

HEX
#CBA135
RGB
203, 161, 53
HSL
43°, 59% ,50%
CMYK
0, 21, 74, 20

About Satin Sheen Gold

Satin Sheen Gold (#CBA135) is a color with RGB(203, 161, 53) and HSL(43.2°, 59.1%, 50.2%). In design, it fits Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Logo. Its complementary color is #355FCB, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #35CBA1 and #A135CB. The name comes from Satin Sheen Gold (English).

  • HEX: #CBA135
  • RGB: 203, 161, 53
  • HSL: 43.2°, 59.1%, 50.2%
  • Style: Warm
  • Use case: Text, Button, Logo
  • Complementary color: #355FCB
  • Triadic colors: #35CBA1, #A135CB
  • The name comes from Satin Sheen Gold (English).

Live Components

LIGHT
DARK
System Notification Box

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 #CBA135 from deepest shade to lightest tint.

Color Characteristics

Mood
Style
Warm
Use case
Text Button Logo

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #AFAF31
Protanopia #A6A636
Tritanopia #D19898
Achromatopsia #A7A7A7

Frequently Asked Questions

Satin Sheen Gold (#CBA135) is a color with RGB(203, 161, 53) and HSL(43.2°, 59.1%, 50.2%).

#CBA135 pairs strongly with #355FCB as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#CBA135 is suitable for Text, Button, Logo and works well with Warm styles.

The name Satin Sheen Gold is linked to Satin Sheen Gold from English, meaning A gold color with a soft, lustrous, and slightly reflective finish, similar to satin fabric..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Satin Sheen Gold
Meaning A gold color with a soft, lustrous, and slightly reflective finish, similar to satin fabric.
Language English
First Recorded Use 20th Century

History

The term 'satin' for a type of fabric dates back to the Middle Ages, referring to a weave that produces a glossy surface. 'Sheen' refers to a soft luster or brightness. The combination 'Satin Sheen' is a modern descriptor used to specify a particular type of finish, often for paints, metals, or textiles, that is less reflective than 'gloss' but more so than 'matte'. Applying it to 'Gold' creates a specific visual expectation for a metallic color. The hexadecimal code #cba135 is a modern digital representation of this color.

First Recorded Use

Likely mid to late 20th century, as descriptive color names became more common in commercial and design contexts.

Cultural Associations

Gold, in general, has immense cultural significance across nearly all civilizations, symbolizing wealth, divinity, royalty, purity, and achievement. The 'satin sheen' aspect adds a touch of sophistication and understated luxury compared to a highly reflective, 'blingy' gold. It's often associated with classic elegance, vintage aesthetics, and high-quality finishes in interior design, fashion, and automotive industries.

Similar Named Colors
Lemon Curry #CCA01D ΔE 2.03
Goldenrod #DAA520 ΔE 3.65
Vivid Amber #CC9900 ΔE 3.71
Gold (metallic) #D4AF37 ΔE 4.30

Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #CBA135;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #CBA135;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #CBA135;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #CBA135,
        #355FCB
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #CBA135,
        #355FCB
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$satin-sheen-gold: #CBA135;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$satin-sheen-gold-r: 203;
$satin-sheen-gold-g: 161;
$satin-sheen-gold-b: 53;

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