#FAF179 Hex Color
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#faf179 is a luminous, warm yellow with high lightness and a softly neon edge. Its mellow finish brings enthusiasm and optimism without the harsh glare of pure lemon yellow. Use the hex code #faf179 as a lively accent for sale graphics, budget messaging, or construction signage; black text achieves about 17.9:1 contrast for accessible reading.
Questions about #faf179
What is #faf179 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #faf179 is rgb(250, 241, 121), in HSL hsl(56, 93%, 73%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 52%, 2%.
What colors pair well with #faf179?
#faf179 pairs well with charcoal, navy, and muted terracotta, whose darker, earthier tones temper its high lightness and warm yellow cast while giving the composition a clear focal point. Keep the yellow as a focused accent, using those deeper partners for text, borders, or supporting blocks.
Is #faf179 readable on white or black?
#faf179 has a 1.17:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.92:1 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.