#FFEBB6 Hex Color
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#ffebb6 is a luminous, unsaturated yellow that feels soft and gentle. Because it offers high contrast with black text, it serves as a readable base for web interfaces when standard white feels too harsh. This shade leans warm and mellow. Pair it with dark charcoal or deep greens to prevent it from looking washed out. The hex code for this pastel beige is #ffebb6.
Questions about #ffebb6
What is #ffebb6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ffebb6 is rgb(255, 235, 182), in HSL hsl(44, 100%, 86%) and in CMYK 0%, 8%, 29%, 0%.
How can I effectively use #ffebb6 in a web design interface?
Does #ffebb6 lean warm or cool in its color temperature?
#ffebb6 is distinctly warm because of its high yellow content, giving it a glowing, sun-kissed character rather than a sterile or clinical feel. It bridges the gap between a traditional beige and a very light yellow, making it perfect for cozy, natural-inspired design palettes.
Is #ffebb6 readable on white or black?
#ffebb6 has a 1.17:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.81:1 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.