#E4DC14 Hex Color
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The hex code #e4dc14 is a highly saturated, medium-light yellow with a slight green cast. Its glowing energy suits sale graphics, budget branding, and construction signage. Use it as a focused accent beside charcoal or deep plum rather than a full background. Black text reaches about 14.5:1 contrast, making small type clear.
Questions about #e4dc14
What is #e4dc14 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e4dc14 is rgb(228, 220, 20), in HSL hsl(58, 84%, 49%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 91%, 11%.
What colors pair well with #e4dc14?
#e4dc14 pairs well with charcoal, deep plum, navy, and other dark tones that give its bright yellow-green energy enough contrast to stand out as a focused accent without overwhelming the rest of the palette.
Does #e4dc14 feel warm or cool?
The slight green cast keeps #e4dc14 sharper and more acidic than a golden yellow or orange-leaning shade, making it feel warm and energetic while still offering a lively, less cozy character for accents and graphics.
Is #e4dc14 readable on white or black?
#e4dc14 has a 1.44:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.54:1 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.