#F0C97A Hex Color
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This pale, golden yellow offers a warm and mellow aesthetic without being overpowering. The hex code for this shade is #f0c97a. It functions best as a background color for light-hearted branding or seasonal spring themes. Because it provides excellent contrast against black text, it remains readable even in small body copy. Pair it with dark teals or charcoal grays to ground its sunny, cheerful disposition.
Questions about #f0c97a
What is #f0c97a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f0c97a is rgb(240, 201, 122), in HSL hsl(40, 80%, 71%) and in CMYK 0%, 16%, 49%, 6%.
Which colors pair best with #f0c97a for a balanced design?
#f0c97a functions best when anchored by deeper, more grounded tones that prevent the yellow from feeling too airy. It pairs beautifully with charcoal or dark teals, which provide the necessary contrast to make your text readable while maintaining a sophisticated, sunny aesthetic.
Is #f0c97a readable on white or black?
#f0c97a has a 1.57:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.34:1 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.