#E4C989 Hex Color
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#e4c989 is a mellow, desaturated yellow with warm, sandy undertones. Because it has enough contrast for small body text, it works well as a readable, welcoming background for UI layouts. This pastel shade pairs effectively with slate blues or muted charcoal for a balanced look. Use the hex code #e4c989 for spring-themed branding or baby products that require a gentle, approachable visual tone.
Questions about #e4c989
What is #e4c989 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e4c989 is rgb(228, 201, 137), in HSL hsl(42, 63%, 72%) and in CMYK 0%, 12%, 40%, 11%. Browse more shades of yellow with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #e4c989?
#e4c989 balances beautifully against deep, cool tones like slate blue or charcoal to ground the design. These high-contrast pairings make it an excellent choice for headers or buttons that need to stand out without feeling overly aggressive or harsh.
Is #e4c989 readable on white or black?
#e4c989 has a 1.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.01:1 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.