#F5C269 Hex Color
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Like diluted honey or the flesh of a ripe apricot, #f5c269 sits between yellow and orange with a soft, milky warmth. Its high lightness keeps it mellow, so it works best as a background or supporting tone rather than a loud brand color. Black text reads clearly on it, roughly 12.8:1 contrast, and it flatters deep teal when you want a fresh, springlike palette. The hex code #f5c269 suits food, baby, and seasonal design work.
Questions about #f5c269
What is #f5c269 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f5c269 is rgb(245, 194, 105), in HSL hsl(38, 88%, 69%) and in CMYK 0%, 21%, 57%, 4%.
Can you use black text on #f5c269?
Yes. Black text on #f5c269 reaches about 12.8:1 contrast, well above the 4.5:1 minimum for WCAG AA body text. White text, on the other hand, falls short and should be avoided for small copy.
What colors pair well with #f5c269?
Deep teal and navy give #f5c269 the most contrast and keep its sweetness in check. For a softer look, anchor it with warm neutrals like oatmeal or taupe.
Is #f5c269 readable on white or black?
#f5c269 has a 1.64:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.80:1 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.