#FFD87E Hex Color
A warm and mellow pastel yellow
#ffd87e is a warm, pastel yellow with high lightness that feels fresh and mellow. With 15.4:1 contrast against black text, it functions well as a readable UI background. Avoid pairing it with pure white to prevent a washed-out appearance. This hex code shines when grounded by dark charcoal tones, creating a modern and positive aesthetic for branding.
Questions about #ffd87e
What is #ffd87e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ffd87e is rgb(255, 216, 126), in HSL hsl(42, 100%, 75%) and in CMYK 0%, 15%, 51%, 0%.
How can I effectively use #ffd87e in a design?
Use #ffd87e as a background color for light, accessible UI elements while grounding it with charcoal or deep navy text. Avoid placing it against pure white, as the high lightness of the yellow will lose definition and look washed out to the viewer.
What mood does the #ffd87e color create for users?
This shade offers a fresh, positive, and approachable mood that works well for health or wellness branding. Because it maintains high contrast ratios against black text, it serves as a functional choice for designers needing bright backgrounds without sacrificing essential text readability.
Is #ffd87e readable on white or black?
#ffd87e has a 1.36:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.37:1 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.