#DDE8A2 Hex Color
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#dde8a2 is a pale, muted yellow with a gentle green undertone. Its high lightness and low saturation create a soft, airy feel suited to spring branding, baby products, open layouts, and sale graphics. Use it as a dominant background with dark text, since this hex code provides about 16.1:1 contrast for clear body copy.
Questions about #dde8a2
What is #dde8a2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #dde8a2 is rgb(221, 232, 162), in HSL hsl(69, 60%, 77%) and in CMYK 5%, 0%, 30%, 9%.
What colors pair well with #dde8a2?
For balanced palettes, pair #dde8a2 with charcoal or navy for readable text; muted mauve and terracotta can add contrast without overpowering its pale yellow-green base in calm, airy designs and open layouts. Warm neutrals keep the overall result soft and welcoming.
Does #dde8a2 read as a warm or cool color?
#dde8a2 reads as a warm-leaning pale yellow because its yellow base dominates, while the gentle green undertone keeps it fresh rather than golden in broad backgrounds and light, spring-focused layouts. Its low saturation and high lightness soften the warmth, creating an airy appearance.
Is #dde8a2 readable on white or black?
#dde8a2 has a 1.30:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.13:1 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.