#F2B742 Hex Color

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#f2b742 is a warm, highly saturated yellow with golden-orange undertones and a bright, glowing finish. Its upbeat energy suggests opportunity and spontaneity, making it effective for sale banners, budget branding, construction graphics, and call-to-action accents. Use black text for clear readability, since this color provides about 11.6:1 contrast. The hex code is #f2b742.

Questions about #f2b742

What is #f2b742 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f2b742 is rgb(242, 183, 66), in HSL hsl(40, 87%, 60%) and in CMYK 0%, 24%, 73%, 5%. Browse more shades of yellow with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #f2b742?
#f2b742 pairs well with charcoal, navy, and muted burgundy, which balance its bright golden warmth while adding contrast and a more grounded feel to branding, interfaces, posters, and promotional graphics.
Is #f2b742 readable on white or black?
#f2b742 has a 1.80:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.62:1 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.