#EFE98D Hex Color
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Soft and lightly muted, #efe98d is a pastel yellow with a mellow, warm glow. The hex code works well as a dominant background for spring themes, baby products, and sale graphics. Black text reads clearly on top, with contrast near 16.7:1. Pair it with navy for a fresh combination that skips the usual cream.
Questions about #efe98d
What is #efe98d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #efe98d is rgb(239, 233, 141), in HSL hsl(56, 75%, 75%) and in CMYK 0%, 3%, 41%, 6%.
What text color works best on #efe98d?
Black text is the safest choice, with a contrast ratio around 16.7:1, well above the 4.5:1 needed for WCAG AA body text. White text fails here and should be avoided.
What colors pair well with #efe98d?
Navy and charcoal give #efe98d a crisp, grounded contrast without the stiffness of pure black. For a warmer take, terracotta or olive bring out its golden undertone.
Is #efe98d readable on white or black?
#efe98d has a 1.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.71:1 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.