#E2DA9B Hex Color
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#e2da9b is a pale, unsaturated yellow with a distinct warmth. Because it sits at such a high lightness value, it acts best as a supporting background rather than a dominant color, as it can wash out against stark white. This shade pairs well with charcoal gray text for readability. Use this hex code when you need a soft, clean base that avoids the harshness of pure yellow.
Questions about #e2da9b
What is #e2da9b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e2da9b is rgb(226, 218, 155), in HSL hsl(53, 55%, 75%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 31%, 11%.
What colors pair best with #e2da9b?
Is #e2da9b suitable for text on a white background?
No, #e2da9b lacks the contrast required for accessibility when used as text against white or light backgrounds. It is functionally too close to white, making it better suited for large background areas or as a subtle border color rather than typography.
Is #e2da9b readable on white or black?
#e2da9b has a 1.42:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.73:1 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.