#F2DD99 Hex Color
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#f2dd99 is a cheerful, desaturated yellow with a light, airy quality. Because it sits on the paler side of the spectrum, it works best as a background color that adds warmth without overwhelming the viewer. Pair it with deep charcoals to make the yellow pop, as the high contrast provides excellent readability. This hex code feels approachable and provides a gentle alternative to stark white.
Questions about #f2dd99
What is #f2dd99 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f2dd99 is rgb(242, 221, 153), in HSL hsl(46, 77%, 77%) and in CMYK 0%, 9%, 37%, 5%. Browse more shades of yellow with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #f2dd99?
Is #f2dd99 readable on white or black?
#f2dd99 has a 1.34:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.57:1 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.