#FAFFA3 Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
This luminous, pale yellow carries a distinct sunny warmth without becoming aggressive. Because it is so light and airy, #faffa3 functions best as an expansive background color where it offers a softer, friendlier alternative to stark white. Pair it with charcoal or deep navy text for high readability in UI layouts. The hex code for this mellow shade is #faffa3.
Questions about #faffa3
What is #faffa3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #faffa3 is rgb(250, 255, 163), in HSL hsl(63, 100%, 82%) and in CMYK 2%, 0%, 36%, 0%.
How should I use #faffa3 in UI design?
Does #faffa3 read as a warm or cool yellow?
This color sits firmly in the warm spectrum due to its light, sunny saturation that mimics natural morning light. It avoids the neon or acidic qualities of brighter yellows, making it feel grounded and comforting rather than energetic or alarming.
Is #faffa3 readable on white or black?
#faffa3 has a 1.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 19.89:1 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.