#D8D193 Hex Color
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#d8d193 is a bleached, unsaturated yellow with a distinct greenish undertone. This mellow shade works best as a supporting tone rather than a dominant background, as it can appear washed out next to pure white. Pair it with dark charcoal or deep forest green to create a grounded, readable contrast. Black text is highly legible against this hue, making it a reliable choice for accessible, airy UI accents.
Questions about #d8d193
What is #d8d193 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d8d193 is rgb(216, 209, 147), in HSL hsl(54, 47%, 71%) and in CMYK 0%, 3%, 32%, 15%.
What are the best color pairings for #d8d193?
This unsaturated, greenish-yellow works best when grounded by darker, cooler tones like charcoal or dark olive. Avoid pairing it with high-contrast pastels, as it tends to wash out; instead, use it to provide a neutral, airy buffer between bolder elements.
Is #d8d193 readable on white or black?
#d8d193 has a 1.56:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.46:1 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.