#E6D7A8 Hex Color
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This pale, bleached yellow reads as a warm, unsaturated beige with a distinct mellow quality. Because it is so light, it functions best as a soft, neutral background in minimalist designs. The hex code for this color is #e6d7a8. For optimal legibility in user interfaces, pair it with black text, as the high contrast provides excellent readability for small body copy.
Questions about #e6d7a8
What is #e6d7a8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e6d7a8 is rgb(230, 215, 168), in HSL hsl(45, 55%, 78%) and in CMYK 0%, 7%, 27%, 10%. Browse more shades of yellow with names and hex codes.
Does #e6d7a8 work well for body text?
No, #e6d7a8 is too light to be used for body text on white or light backgrounds because it fails WCAG contrast accessibility standards. It functions best as a background color, where you should pair it with high-contrast elements like charcoal or deep black text.
What colors pair well with #e6d7a8?
Because #e6d7a8 is a neutral, warm beige, it pairs beautifully with earthy tones like terracotta or olive for a natural, organic aesthetic. For a more sophisticated look, combine this pale yellow with deep navy to create a striking, balanced contrast.
Is #e6d7a8 readable on white or black?
#e6d7a8 has a 1.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.65:1 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.