#FCDDA3 Hex Color
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Pastel yellow with real warmth. The hex code #fcdda3 is mellow and unsaturated, so it sits easily behind content as a soft base or supporting tone. Black text reads clearly on it at about 16:1 contrast. It flatters muted sage and terracotta better than bright primaries, and shines in spring themes, baby products, and sale graphics.
Questions about #fcdda3
What is #fcdda3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #fcdda3 is rgb(252, 221, 163), in HSL hsl(39, 94%, 81%) and in CMYK 0%, 12%, 35%, 1%.
What colors pair well with #fcdda3?
This pastel yellow works best with muted, earthy partners like terracotta, sage, or charcoal. Avoid pairing it with vivid primaries, which overpower its gentle, unsaturated character.
Is #fcdda3 readable on white or black?
#fcdda3 has a 1.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.01:1 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.