#D5DB88 Hex Color

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This unsaturated, mellow yellow features strong green undertones that lend a fresh, spring-like quality to a palette. Because #d5db88 is light and desaturated, it works well as a background color that remains easy on the eyes. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate gray text to maintain excellent readability. The hex code for this pastel shade is #d5db88.

Questions about #d5db88

What is #d5db88 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d5db88 is rgb(213, 219, 136), in HSL hsl(64, 54%, 70%) and in CMYK 3%, 0%, 38%, 14%.
What colors pair well with #d5db88?
Because #d5db88 is a desaturated, light yellow-green, it pairs best with high-contrast, deep neutrals to ensure text readability. Use dark tones like charcoal or deep slate to ground the design and prevent the light yellow from feeling washed out.
Is #d5db88 considered warm or cool?
#d5db88 sits in an interesting middle ground, leaning warm due to its yellow base but tempered by distinct green undertones. This balance creates a fresh, spring-like mood that feels less aggressive than pure, vibrant yellow or cool, icy greens.
Is #d5db88 readable on white or black?
#d5db88 has a 1.46:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.31:1 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.