#DDE0A5 Hex Color
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This pale, greenish-yellow reads as airy and soft. Because of its high lightness, #dde0a5 works best as a large-scale background where it offers a welcoming alternative to stark white. Pair it with deep charcoal text for excellent readability. While it provides a cheerful base for baby-themed projects, be careful using it alongside brighter yellows, as it can appear washed out by comparison.
Questions about #dde0a5
What is #dde0a5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #dde0a5 is rgb(221, 224, 165), in HSL hsl(63, 49%, 76%) and in CMYK 1%, 0%, 26%, 12%.
Is #dde0a5 considered a warm or cool color?
This color sits on the cooler side of yellow because of its significant green undertones. Unlike golden or buttery yellows which feel inherently warm and sunny, #dde0a5 carries a refreshing, crisp quality that feels more akin to a pale spring leaf.
Is #dde0a5 readable on white or black?
#dde0a5 has a 1.37:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.28:1 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.