#FFD261 Hex Color
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This bright, golden yellow brings immediate attention to any design. Because it is highly saturated and warm, #ffd261 functions best as a high-impact accent color rather than a large background field. It pairs well with deep charcoal text to maximize readability, as it easily washes out against white. Use this hex code sparingly in UI components like sale banners or alerts to spark interest without overwhelming the user.
Questions about #ffd261
What is #ffd261 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ffd261 is rgb(255, 210, 97), in HSL hsl(43, 100%, 69%) and in CMYK 0%, 18%, 62%, 0%.
What colors pair best with #ffd261?
Because #ffd261 is a highly saturated yellow, it works exceptionally well when balanced against deep charcoal or dark navy text to maintain readability. You can also create a high-contrast palette by incorporating deep violet tones, which sit directly opposite this shade on the color wheel.
Is #ffd261 readable on white or black?
#ffd261 has a 1.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.64:1 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.