Beige
Color Code #F5F5DC
A precise look at this Yellow color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.
YellowVery lightNamed color
Color preview#F5F5DC
Conversions
Complete color values
Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.
HEX
#F5F5DCRGB
rgb(245, 245, 220)HSL
hsl(60 55.56% 91.18%)HSV
hsv(60 10.2% 96.08%)CMYKApproximate
0%, 0%, 10.2%, 3.92%Contrast report
Readability against white and black text
AA ×AAA ×
AA ✓AAA ✓
Usage suggestions
Where can this color work?
This very light Yellow tone can be considered for prominent surfaces, identity elements and visual emphasis.
Use #F5F5DC for normal text only when the contrast ratio reaches at least 4.5:1. Large text may pass at 3:1.
Color harmony
Suggested palettes
Complementary palette
Analogous palette
Triadic palette
Monochrome scale
For designers and developers
CSS code example
.color-sample {
color: #F5F5DC;
background-color: #F5F5DC1A;
border-color: #F5F5DC;
}Frequently asked questions
What is the RGB value of #F5F5DC?
This color is RGB(245, 245, 220).
What is the HSL value of #F5F5DC?
Its value is HSL(60°, 55.56%, 91.18%).
Is #F5F5DC suitable for text?
Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.