#EFCE73 Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
A soft, muted yellow with a sunny character, #efce73 radiates warmth without overwhelming the senses. Black text provides excellent readability against this shade, with a contrast ratio of 13.7:1. The hex code #efce73 pairs effectively with deep charcoals or slate blues. Use it as a specific accent color rather than a dominant background to keep your layout feeling professional and grounded.
Questions about #efce73
What is #efce73 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #efce73 is rgb(239, 206, 115), in HSL hsl(44, 79%, 69%) and in CMYK 0%, 14%, 52%, 6%.
What colors pair best with #efce73 for a professional look?
#efce73 works beautifully when grounded by deep neutrals like charcoal or slate, which provide the necessary contrast to keep the design professional. Avoiding bright, saturated colors prevents the layout from feeling chaotic while maintaining the sunny, warm character of the yellow.
Is #efce73 readable on white or black?
#efce73 has a 1.52:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.74:1 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.