Citronella

Citronella (hex #CBA901) is a bold, saturated yellow with warm undertones and an LRV of 41, positioning it at a moderate reflectance level that reads as distinctly chromatic rather than pastel. The hue leans toward golden-yellow without tipping into orange or green. On walls, it functions best as a feature color or in well-lit spaces where its saturation can be fully perceived.

Analogous pairings with Sherwin-Williams Gambol Gold and Friendly Yellow build a tonal gradient, while deep contrasts like Naval provide visual separation, warm neutrals such as Moderate White or Accessible Beige moderate its intensity.