#F5D57D Hex Color
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#f5d57d is a gentle, sunny yellow that leans into warmth without becoming overwhelming. Because it is highly legible, it works well as a background for black text, offering a soft alternative to stark white. Designers often use this shade in baby branding or spring-themed layouts where an approachable tone is necessary. The hex code for this pastel shade is #f5d57d.
Questions about #f5d57d
What is #f5d57d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f5d57d is rgb(245, 213, 125), in HSL hsl(44, 86%, 73%) and in CMYK 0%, 13%, 49%, 4%. Browse more shades of yellow with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #f5d57d in a design scheme?
Is #f5d57d a warm or cool color tone?
#f5d57d is definitively a warm color, carrying the sunny energy of butter or light lemon zest without the harshness of a primary yellow. Its warmth makes it ideal for inviting, approachable designs that need to feel friendly rather than clinical or stark.
Is #f5d57d readable on white or black?
#f5d57d has a 1.42:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.69:1 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.