#FFE5AE Hex Color
A luminous and warm unsaturated beige
#ffe5ae is a luminous, unsaturated beige with a distinct yellow undertone. Its warmth provides a soft, approachable feel, making it an excellent alternative to sterile whites for UI backgrounds. Use this hex code sparingly as a base tone, as it can appear washed out if paired with other pale shades. It offers enough contrast for black typography, keeping fine text readable and professional.
Questions about #ffe5ae
What is #ffe5ae in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ffe5ae is rgb(255, 229, 174), in HSL hsl(41, 100%, 84%) and in CMYK 0%, 10%, 32%, 0%.
How can I use #ffe5ae effectively in UI design?
#ffe5ae serves best as a neutral background base rather than an accent, providing a welcoming warmth that feels less clinical than pure white. Pair it with high-contrast text like charcoal to ensure readability while maintaining a sophisticated, soft aesthetic.
Is #ffe5ae readable on white or black?
#ffe5ae has a 1.23:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.07:1 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.