#E2D087 Hex Color
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#e2d087 is a mellow, desaturated yellow that brings warmth without feeling overpowering. It acts as a gentle, approachable background, making it effective for baby products or spring-themed branding. Black text remains sharp on this hex code, satisfying high contrast requirements for body typography. It pairs well with deep charcoals, which anchor the lightness and keep the overall design from appearing washed out.
Questions about #e2d087
What is #e2d087 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e2d087 is rgb(226, 208, 135), in HSL hsl(48, 61%, 71%) and in CMYK 0%, 8%, 40%, 11%.
What colors pair well with #e2d087?
#e2d087 works best when grounded by deep neutrals like charcoal or deep navy, which prevents the yellow from looking washed out. For a fresh palette, try pairing it with sage green or soft terracotta to create a natural, earthy balance.
Is #e2d087 readable on white or black?
#e2d087 has a 1.54:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.60:1 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.