#F8D17D Hex Color
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This buttery yellow is light, warm, and approachable. Because of its high luminosity, it serves as an excellent background for digital interfaces. You can layer black text over it while maintaining strong accessibility standards. The hex code for this shade is #f8d17d. Pair it with deep charcoals to ground the youthful, energetic tone of this pastel yellow.
Questions about #f8d17d
What is #f8d17d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f8d17d is rgb(248, 209, 125), in HSL hsl(41, 90%, 73%) and in CMYK 0%, 16%, 50%, 3%.
What colors pair best with #f8d17d?
This buttery yellow pairs beautifully with grounded, neutral tones that balance its inherent energy. Consider combining #f8d17d with charcoal for a modern, high-contrast look or use sage to lean into a softer, nature-inspired palette that feels calm and balanced.
Is #f8d17d readable on white or black?
#f8d17d has a 1.45:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.40:1 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.