#E6C97A Hex Color
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This warm, muted yellow offers a gentle, optimistic feel without being overwhelming. Because of its desaturated quality, #e6c97a works best as a supporting tone rather than a large background, which can appear washed out. Pair it with deep charcoal or navy text to ensure high readability. The hex code for this mellow shade is #e6c97a, making it a reliable choice for spring-themed branding or soft illustrations.
Questions about #e6c97a
What is #e6c97a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e6c97a is rgb(230, 201, 122), in HSL hsl(44, 68%, 69%) and in CMYK 0%, 13%, 47%, 10%. Browse more shades of yellow with names and hex codes.
When should you use #e6c97a in a design project?
#e6c97a functions best as an accent or support color rather than a primary background shade, as it can appear washed out on its own. Use it for buttons, icons, or soft illustrations where you need warmth without visual clutter.
Is #e6c97a readable on white or black?
#e6c97a has a 1.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.00:1 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.