#FCF0BF Hex Color
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This pale, luminous yellow sits comfortably between a soft beige and a bright cream. Because it is highly unsaturated, #fcf0bf functions best as a calm, neutral base rather than a focal point. It pairs well with charcoal gray to ground its warmth. With high contrast against black text, the hex code #fcf0bf is a reliable choice for UI backgrounds where readability matters.
Questions about #fcf0bf
What is #fcf0bf in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #fcf0bf is rgb(252, 240, 191), in HSL hsl(48, 91%, 87%) and in CMYK 0%, 5%, 24%, 1%.
What colors pair best with #fcf0bf?
Because #fcf0bf is a light, unsaturated yellow, it works exceptionally well with charcoal or deep espresso grays to provide necessary visual contrast. For a softer, more organic aesthetic, try pairing it with muted earth tones like sage green or warm taupe.
Is #fcf0bf suitable for text on a white background?
No, #fcf0bf lacks sufficient contrast against white to meet basic accessibility standards for legible text. You should treat it as a background color and use high-contrast dark foreground elements to ensure readability for all users.
Is #fcf0bf readable on white or black?
#fcf0bf has a 1.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 18.35:1 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.