#E3F0A1 Hex Color
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This pale, unsaturated yellow carries a distinct lime undertone that feels light and airy. Because it is highly luminous, #e3f0a1 works best as a soft background color for spring themes or baby products. Pair it with charcoal gray text for readability, as this combination provides the necessary contrast to avoid looking washed out. The hex code for this delicate shade is #e3f0a1.
Questions about #e3f0a1
What is #e3f0a1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e3f0a1 is rgb(227, 240, 161), in HSL hsl(70, 72%, 79%) and in CMYK 5%, 0%, 33%, 6%.
Does #e3f0a1 read as a warm or cool yellow?
The presence of a subtle lime undertone pulls #e3f0a1 toward the cooler side of the yellow spectrum compared to buttery or golden hues. This makes it feel fresher and more energetic, rather than traditional or classic.
Is #e3f0a1 readable on white or black?
#e3f0a1 has a 1.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.24:1 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.