#F0D9A5 Hex Color

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This unsaturated, pastel beige pairs well with soft charcoal or deep slate, offering a grounded alternative to pure white. Because it carries such a mellow yellow warmth, it works as a sophisticated base for UI backgrounds or luxury packaging. The hex code #f0d9a5 provides excellent accessibility with high-contrast black text, making it a functional choice for both print and digital design layouts.

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What is #f0d9a5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?

In RGB, #f0d9a5 is rgb(240, 217, 165), in HSL hsl(42, 71%, 79%) and in CMYK 0%, 10%, 31%, 6%.

Which colors pair best with #f0d9a5?

This beige works exceptionally well with deep, moody tones like charcoal or slate to create a high-contrast, sophisticated balance. Because of its mellow yellow undertone, it also pairs beautifully with muted greens like olive for a natural, grounded aesthetic.

Is #f0d9a5 readable on white or black?

#f0d9a5 has a 1.38:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.17:1 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.

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