#FFFBD8 Hex Color
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#fffbd8 is an airy, luminous shade that carries a subtle buttery undertone. Because it is so light and desaturated, it provides a gentle alternative to stark white in minimalist web designs. Pair this color with deep charcoals to ensure high contrast, as it can appear washed out against lighter shades. The hex code for this soft yellow is #fffbd8.
Questions about #fffbd8
What is #fffbd8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #fffbd8 is rgb(255, 251, 216), in HSL hsl(54, 100%, 92%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 15%, 0%.
Does #fffbd8 read as a warm or cool color?
#fffbd8 carries a distinctly warm, buttery undertone that feels welcoming and organic. While it is desaturated and airy enough to act like a neutral, its yellow base keeps it from feeling sterile or clinical like a standard stark white.
Is #fffbd8 readable on white or black?
#fffbd8 has a 1.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 20.04:1 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.