#FEFFA3 Hex Color
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This pale, luminous yellow feels light and airy. Because it sits so close to white, it works best as a soft highlight or background in minimalist branding. Pair it with deep charcoal text to benefit from its strong readability. The hex code for this mellow, warm shade is #feffa3. Avoid using it alongside pure white, as it often appears washed out.
Questions about #feffa3
What is #feffa3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #feffa3 is rgb(254, 255, 163), in HSL hsl(61, 100%, 82%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 36%, 0%.
Where should I use #feffa3 in a color palette?
Use #feffa3 as a subtle highlight or neutral-adjacent background rather than a primary brand color. It brings a gentle, solar warmth to interfaces without overwhelming the eye, making it ideal for soft UI elements, call-to-action buttons, or light informative sections.
Is #feffa3 readable on white or black?
#feffa3 has a 1.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 20.04:1 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.