#FFC400
- RGB
- 255, 196, 0
- Brightness
- 204.9
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 46°, 100%, 50%
- HSV V %
- 100%
- Lab
- 82.2, 7.8, 83.9
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 23%, 100%, 0%
- PNG size
- 5.2 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, intense warm hue
Black text
13.15:1
AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text
1.60:1
Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
Recommended text: Black (13.15:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #FFC400
Common Name: Golden Yellow
RGB: 255, 196, 0
HSL: 45°, 100%, 50%
Contrast vs White: 72.0 (Passes AA)
Contrast vs Black: 19.2 (Fails AA)
Mood: This vibrant and bright yellow hue evokes feelings of energy and optimism. Often associated with creativity, warmth, and positivity, it's commonly used in designs to grab attention and inject a sense of cheerfulness. It strikes a balance between brightness and sophistication, making it versatile for both playful and professional contexts.
Close Named Matches:
- Behr Citrus Splash #FFC600 (ΔE=1.19)
- Pantone Lemon Chrome #FFC600 (ΔE=1.19)
- Jotun Signal Yellow #F6BE13 (ΔE=4.81)
- R.A.L. Traffic Yellow #F9BA09 (ΔE=5.23)
Why Designers Use It:
- Golden Yellow, specifically #FFC400, is commonly used in branding for its eye-catching vibrancy. It's found in a range of industries from food packaging (e.g., citrus products) to tech (for call-to-action buttons).
- Due to its strong association with energy, youth, and optimism, it's often used in products targeting a dynamic and youthful audience. It's also a common color in safety signage (e.g., road safety signs) for its high visibility.
- This color has been notably used in design elements for the automotive industry, especially in sports cars, where it signals performance and speed.
- Golden Yellow plays an essential role in both consumer products (like electronics) and architecture, providing an inviting and accessible feeling. It's also a staple in marketing campaigns where attention-grabbing colors are essential for conversion.
- Regionally, this hue is very popular in Mediterranean cultures, where it evokes the warmth of the sun and the golden tones of nature.