#FFE0AA Hex Color
A gentle and sun-warmed pale beige
This pale, sun-warmed beige offers a gentle alternative to stark white, bringing lightness to UI layouts and print designs. Because it is highly unsaturated, #ffe0aa pairs beautifully with sage green or soft terracotta for a balanced, natural palette. While effective as a soothing background, use it sparingly as a primary button color, as it can lack the contrast needed for accessibility against light surfaces.
Questions about #ffe0aa
What is #ffe0aa in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ffe0aa is rgb(255, 224, 170), in HSL hsl(38, 100%, 83%) and in CMYK 0%, 12%, 33%, 0%.
What colors pair best with #ffe0aa for a natural palette?
#ffe0aa works exceptionally well with muted, earthy tones like sage green or soft terracotta to create a balanced, organic look. Because it is highly unsaturated, it provides a gentle, stable foundation that prevents these more vibrant colors from overwhelming the overall design.
Is #ffe0aa suitable for use as a primary interface color?
While #ffe0aa makes a soothing and airy background color, it should be used sparingly for primary buttons or text. It often lacks the necessary contrast against light surfaces, which can lead to accessibility issues for users with visual impairments.
Is #ffe0aa readable on white or black?
#ffe0aa has a 1.27:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.49:1 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.