#FFE6A7 Hex Color
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#ffe6a7 is a luminous, unsaturated pastel yellow that radiates a gentle, mellow warmth. As a background, it serves as a lighter alternative to off-white, offering a cheerful but restrained atmosphere. Because it provides strong contrast against black text, it remains legible even at small sizes. Pair this hex code with deep charcoals or navy blues to anchor its brightness in UI designs.
Questions about #ffe6a7
What is #ffe6a7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ffe6a7 is rgb(255, 230, 167), in HSL hsl(43, 100%, 83%) and in CMYK 0%, 10%, 35%, 0%.
What color schemes pair well with #ffe6a7?
This color thrives when anchored by darker, muted tones to prevent it from washing out on screen. Pairing #ffe6a7 with deep charcoal or slate grays creates a sophisticated, balanced palette that grounds the brightness of the yellow while maintaining a clean, modern aesthetic.
Is #ffe6a7 readable on white or black?
#ffe6a7 has a 1.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.12:1 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.