#FBF2B7
- Brightness
- 238.8
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 52°, 89%, 85%
- HSV V %
- 98%
- Lab
- 94.9, -5.9, 29.6
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 4%, 27%, 2%
- PNG size
- 5.0 KB
- Tone / Feel
- very light, intense warm hue
Black text
18.49:1
AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text
1.14:1
Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
Recommended text: Black (18.49:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #FBF2B7
Common Name: Light Butter Yellow
RGB: 251, 242, 183
HSL: 53°, 85%, 81%
Contrast: White: 1.0, AA pass Black: 5.5, AA pass
Mood: Light Butter Yellow has a warm, soft tone that evokes feelings of calm and serenity. It’s a pleasant, understated color commonly associated with comfort and gentleness. It works well in spaces that require a subtle pop of warmth without overwhelming the senses. Popular in interior designs that focus on simplicity and natural light, it adds a friendly touch to any space.
Close Named Matches:
- Benjamin Moore: Banan-Appeal #FBF2B9, ΔE=1.00
- Behr: Firefly #FFEFB7, ΔE=3.06
- Dulux Heritage: Butter Cup #F7DA99, ΔE=11.53
- Munsell Color System: 10Y 9/4.0 #F3E5A7, ΔE=5.06
- Hempel: Hempel #F3E9B3, ΔE=3.79
Why Designers Use It:
- Designers use Light Butter Yellow for its ability to create a peaceful and welcoming atmosphere, ideal for home interiors, nurseries, and relaxation spaces.
- It has been a go-to color in recent trends focused on natural light, minimalism, and soft tones that encourage calm.
- This color sees use in textiles, wallpaper patterns, and even furniture design, offering a versatile shade for both modern and traditional aesthetics.
- Its association with nature and the softness of sunlight makes it a popular choice in eco-friendly design projects.
- Light Butter Yellow’s appeal extends to the tech and design sectors, where it’s used in user interface designs to invoke a friendly and warm feeling without being too overpowering.