#F3ED9F Hex Color
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This pale, unsaturated yellow feels light and airy without overwhelming the senses. Because it has low chroma, #f3ed9f works well as a background color that keeps designs looking clean and minimal. It pairs beautifully with deep charcoal or slate gray text to maintain high contrast. Avoid using it alongside stark white, as it can easily look washed out and muddy.
Questions about #f3ed9f
What is #f3ed9f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f3ed9f is rgb(243, 237, 159), in HSL hsl(56, 78%, 79%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 35%, 5%.
Is #f3ed9f a good choice for modern UI design?
This shade works effectively as a subtle background for minimalist interfaces that aim for a calm, organic aesthetic without the aggression of a standard yellow. It serves as a gentle alternative to stark white, adding warmth without overwhelming the screen.
Is #f3ed9f readable on white or black?
#f3ed9f has a 1.20:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.42:1 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.