#E4BD63 Hex Color
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This pastel yellow carries a mellow, warm character that reads as friendly and approachable. Because of its high lightness, black text creates excellent contrast on this background, making it a safe choice for UI elements. The hex code for this color is #e4bd63. It works well as a subtle base for spring branding, though it can look washed out against white without mixing orange or darker accents for balance.
Questions about #e4bd63
What is #e4bd63 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e4bd63 is rgb(228, 189, 99), in HSL hsl(42, 70%, 64%) and in CMYK 0%, 17%, 57%, 11%.
What colors pair well with #e4bd63 for design?
This yellow pairs beautifully with navy or deep charcoal for a classic, sophisticated look that grounds the lightness of the yellow. For a softer spring-inspired palette, consider pairing it with muted sage or soft terracotta accents.
Is #e4bd63 readable on white or black?
#e4bd63 has a 1.78:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.75:1 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.