#FFFFD0 Hex Color
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This luminous, pale yellow is exceptionally unsaturated, offering a gentle warmth that feels cleaner and more inviting than stark white. Because it holds such a high light value, the hex code #ffffd0 works best as a background color for interfaces or print media where you need high readability. Pair it with deep charcoal text for a soft, high-contrast look that feels approachable and modern.
Questions about #ffffd0
What is #ffffd0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ffffd0 is rgb(255, 255, 208), in HSL hsl(60, 100%, 91%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 18%, 0%.
Is #ffffd0 suitable for UI background surfaces?
Yes, #ffffd0 is an excellent choice for interface backgrounds where you want to signal warmth without the harshness of pure white. Its high light value ensures that standard black or dark-gray typography maintains excellent legibility across both web and mobile displays.
Is #ffffd0 readable on white or black?
#ffffd0 has a 1.02:1 contrast ratio on white and 20.46:1 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.