Amber
HEX: #FFBF00 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#FFBF00
255, 191, 0
44°, 100% ,50%
0, 25, 100, 0
About Amber
Amber (#FFBF00) is a color with RGB(255, 191, 0) and HSL(44.9°, 100%, 50%). It is commonly associated with Energetic, Bold moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #0040FF, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #00FFBF and Electric Purple (#BF00FF). The name comes from anbar/ambre (Arabic/Old French).
- HEX: #FFBF00
- RGB: 255, 191, 0
- HSL: 44.9°, 100%, 50%
- Mood: Energetic, Bold
- Style: Vivid, Warm
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #0040FF
- Triadic colors: #00FFBF, Electric Purple (#BF00FF)
- The name comes from anbar/ambre (Arabic/Old French).
Live Components
Color Palettes
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 #FFBF00 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
Initially, 'amber' referred to ambergris, a valuable perfumery ingredient. By the 14th century, the term was also applied to fossilized tree resin, which became known as 'yellow amber' or 'karabe'. The color name solidified its association with the resin's characteristic warm, translucent yellow-orange hue. Amber has been prized since antiquity for jewelry and ornamental objects, influencing the perception of its namesake color. Its use in art and design often evokes warmth and natural beauty.
First Recorded Use
The color name 'amber' was first recorded in English in the late 14th century, specifically around 1390, to describe the yellowish-orange hue of the fossilized resin.
Cultural Associations
Amber, as a gemstone, is often associated with warmth, healing, and protection in many cultures. Its golden glow has led to its symbolic connection with sunlight and divine energy. The color amber frequently appears in religious art and stained glass, representing light and spiritual illumination. It is also a common color in autumn palettes, signifying harvest and change.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #FFBF00;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #FFBF00;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #FFBF00;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#FFBF00,
#0040FF
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#FFBF00,
#0040FF
);
}// SCSS variable
$amber: #FFBF00;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$amber-r: 255;
$amber-g: 191;
$amber-b: 0;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $amber;
color: rgba($amber-r, $amber-g, $amber-b, 0.8);
}