#F8F6C7
- Brightness
- 241.7
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 58°, 78%, 88%
- HSV V %
- 97%
- Lab
- 96.0, -6.8, 22.9
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 1%, 20%, 3%
- PNG size
- 5.8 KB
- Tone / Feel
- very light, intense warm hue
Black text
19.00:1
AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text
1.11:1
Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
Recommended text: Black (19.00:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #F8F6C7
Common Name: Pantone CMYK Color Guide
RGB: 248, 246, 199
HSL: 51°, 83%, 91%
Contrast with White: 15.5:1 (AA Pass)
Contrast with Black: 15.5:1 (AA Pass)
Mood: This color presents a soft, light yellow tone that gives a serene, calming effect. It is often associated with minimalistic and clean design, making it suitable for applications requiring a subtle yet warm background. Its popularity is seen in modern design and lifestyle products where lightness and brightness are key elements. It evokes an atmosphere of gentleness and simplicity, appealing especially to contemporary and organic aesthetics.
Close Named Matches:
- Pantone CMYK Color Guide - #F8F6C7
- Australian Standard AS2700 - Pale Primrose - #F9F0C8
- Benjamin Moore Paint Colors - Summer Lime - #F4F6C6
- Behr Paint - Citron Scent - #EEEEBF
- Federal Standard 595c - #E8DDBA
Why Designers Use It:
- Soft, light yellows are frequently used in modern, minimalistic design to provide a clean, unobtrusive background that complements more bold and vibrant colors.
- Its subtle tone evokes feelings of calmness and serenity, making it popular in healthcare, wellness, and lifestyle branding.
- In interior design, it's often found in spaces meant to foster relaxation, such as bedrooms, spas, and modern offices.
- This shade is associated with freshness and simplicity, which makes it ideal for use in products and packaging that aim for a clean, organic look. It's often used in eco-friendly and sustainable product lines.
- From its historical use in color palettes inspired by nature, this color is tied to natural elements like sand, light water, and sunshine.