#D9D245 Hex Color
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#d9d245 is a warm, high-lightness yellow with a slightly green, muted edge that keeps its brightness from feeling harsh. It brings enthusiasm and optimism to sale graphics, budget branding, and construction signage. Use it as a small accent beside navy or charcoal; black text remains highly legible. The hex code is #d9d245.
Questions about #d9d245
What is #d9d245 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d9d245 is rgb(217, 210, 69), in HSL hsl(57, 66%, 56%) and in CMYK 0%, 3%, 68%, 15%. Browse more shades of yellow with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #d9d245?
Does #d9d245 read as a warm or cool color?
#d9d245 reads as a warm yellow because its high brightness is softened by a slight green cast rather than a cool blue undertone, giving it an upbeat presence without the sharper feel of a pure, vivid yellow.
Is #d9d245 readable on white or black?
#d9d245 has a 1.58:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.25:1 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.