#F8D447
- RGB
- 248, 212, 71
- Brightness
- 212.9
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 48°, 93%, 63%
- HSV V %
- 97%
- Lab
- 85.8, -1.7, 70.7
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 15%, 71%, 3%
- PNG size
- 5.5 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, intense warm hue
Recommended text: Black (14.50:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #F8D447
Common Name: Buttercup
RGB: (248, 212, 71)
HSL: (47°, 89%, 59%)
Contrast: vs white: 4.1:1, vs black: 14.9:1
AA pass/fail (vs white): Fail
Mood: This vibrant yellow is playful and full of energy, reminiscent of spring blooms and the warmth of sunny days. Its bright, bold hue makes it a standout choice for attention-grabbing designs and fresh, optimistic aesthetics.
Notable Matches:
- Australian Standard AS2700 Y23 Buttercup: #F8C53B, ΔE=8.17
- Jotun Paints Yellow Shan: #EFBB31, ΔE=10.95
- Munsell Color System 7.5Y 8.7/10: #F8D23C, ΔE=3.44
- BS 381C Bold Yellow: #EEC200, ΔE=12.70
- Benjamin Moore Golden Orchards: #FFD952, ΔE=2.99
Why Designers Use It:
This color is often associated with warmth, optimism, and clarity, making it a popular choice in interior design, especially for children's spaces, playrooms, and kitchen decor. It’s frequently used in signage and branding where visibility is important, as well as in safety gear and emergency equipment due to its eye-catching nature. The color's deep cultural ties to positivity and cheerfulness make it an evergreen choice for uplifting marketing materials and product designs. Its widespread use in nature—think sunflowers, lemons, and other vivid natural elements—adds an organic layer to its visual appeal, connecting it to ideas of growth and renewal. The color's popularity spans industries from education and food to fashion, especially in the spring and summer seasons, when its bright, sunny undertones can evoke a sense of lightness and joy.