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FireBrick and GoldenRod

Contrasting color combination with 2.98:1 contrast ratio

#B22222
#DAA520

Color Values

FireBrick
HEX #B22222
RGB 178, 34, 34
HSL 0, 68%, 42%
GoldenRod
HEX #DAA520
RGB 218, 165, 32
HSL 43, 74%, 49%

Harmony: Contrasting

These colors sit far enough apart on the wheel to create clear contrast without falling into a named harmony. The pairing works through difference rather than relationship, which suits designs that want variety over cohesion.

The hue angle between FireBrick and GoldenRod is 43 degrees. You can explore these relationships interactively in our Color Wheel Tool.

WCAG Contrast

2.98:1
FireBrick background with GoldenRod text
Below AA — decorative use only

UI Preview

FireBrick surface

Sample text on a firebrick background demonstrates readability and visual hierarchy.

GoldenRod surface

Sample text on a goldenrod background demonstrates readability and visual hierarchy.

Design Tokens

CSS Variables

:root {
  --color-a: #B22222;
  --color-b: #DAA520;
  --color-a-rgb: 178, 34, 34;
  --color-b-rgb: 218, 165, 32;
}

JSON

{
  "name": "FireBrick and GoldenRod",
  "colors": [
    {
      "name": "FireBrick",
      "hex": "#B22222",
      "rgb": [
        178,
        34,
        34
      ]
    },
    {
      "name": "GoldenRod",
      "hex": "#DAA520",
      "rgb": [
        218,
        165,
        32
      ]
    }
  ],
  "harmony": "Contrasting",
  "contrastRatio": 2.98
}

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do firebrick and goldenrod go together?

Yes. FireBrick and GoldenRod form a contrasting color combination. These colors sit far enough apart on the wheel to create clear contrast without falling into a named harmony. The pairing works through difference rather than relationship, which suits designs that want variety over cohesion. The pairing has a WCAG contrast ratio of 2.98:1, which is below the AA threshold for text — use it for decorative purposes rather than text readability.

What is the contrast ratio between firebrick and goldenrod?

The WCAG 2.1 contrast ratio between FireBrick (#B22222) and GoldenRod (#DAA520) is 2.98:1. This ratio is below AA. Use the pairing for backgrounds, borders, and decorative elements rather than text-on-background combinations.

How do I use firebrick and goldenrod in design?

A safe starting point is the 60/30/10 rule: give one color about 60 percent of the surface area, the other about 30 percent, and reserve the remaining 10 percent for an accent or neutral. If one color is significantly darker, use it for text or structural elements and the lighter one for backgrounds. Test the result with our Contrast Checker if text is involved.

What are the hex and RGB values for firebrick and goldenrod?

FireBrick has the hex code #B22222 and RGB values rgb(178, 34, 34). GoldenRod has the hex code #DAA520 and RGB values rgb(218, 165, 32). You can copy these directly into CSS or use the design tokens provided on this page.