September Song

An airy, bleached yellow with grey undertones

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September Song is a bleached, pale yellow with subtle grey undertones. This muted tone provides an airy, clean base for minimalist interfaces. It offers high contrast for readability, allowing black text to stand out against the surface without strain. Use this color as a background to replace the harshness of pure white. The hex code for this shade is #d5d8c8.

Questions about September Song

What is the hex code for September Song?
September Song is #d5d8c8. In RGB that is rgb(213, 216, 200), in HSL hsl(71, 17%, 82%) and in CMYK 1%, 0%, 7%, 15%.
Which colors pair best with September Song?
September Song pairs best with high-contrast dark neutrals to ground its airy, bleached appearance. Use charcoal or deep espresso text to ensure readability, or introduce a soft terracotta for a balanced, earthy palette that feels sophisticated and calm.
Does September Song read as a warm or cool color?
While September Song begins as a pale yellow, its heavy grey undertones shift it into a neutral territory that often acts as a cool-toned white. It avoids the intense warmth of traditional butter yellows, making it versatile for both digital interfaces and clean, modern interior spaces.
Is September Song readable on white or black?
September Song has a 1.44:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.48:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.