#FFC800
- RGB
- 255, 200, 0
- Brightness
- 207.2
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 47°, 100%, 50%
- HSV V %
- 100%
- Lab
- 83.2, 5.7, 84.5
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 22%, 100%, 0%
- PNG size
- 5.7 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, intense warm hue
Black text
13.51:1
AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text
1.55:1
Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
Recommended text: Black (13.51:1 — AAA / AAA)
Color Profile: #FFC800
Common Name: Pantone 109 U
RGB: (255, 200, 0)
HSL: (44°, 100%, 50%)
Contrast with White: 6.1 (AA Pass)
Contrast with Black: 14.8 (AA Pass)
Mood Blurb: This vibrant shade of yellow is bold and attention-grabbing, often associated with energy, optimism, and clarity. It radiates warmth and positivity, making it a staple in design contexts that demand a bright, eye-catching focal point.
Notable Matches:
- Pantone 109 U – #FFC800
- British Standard BS 381C:1996 - Golden Yellow – #FCC808
- Sherwin-Williams Forsythia – #FFC801
- Behr Sunny Summer – #FFC900
- Benjamin Moore Lemon – #FFC501
Why Designers Use It:
- Yellow, especially this vibrant tone, has been widely used for its energetic and attention-capturing properties, often evoking feelings of cheerfulness and enthusiasm.
- This color is highly favored in industries requiring visibility, such as road safety, signage, and warning alerts. It's also used in designs where clarity and immediate attention are necessary, like emergency equipment or software interfaces.
- The bright yellow is often employed in branding for companies aiming to convey positivity, warmth, and accessibility. From retail to fast food, it creates a sense of urgency without being overly aggressive.
- In nature, yellow often symbolizes sunlight, bringing a sense of life, vibrancy, and happiness to the space it inhabits.
- Regionally, this color has significance in various cultures, such as in some Asian traditions where yellow symbolizes nobility and prosperity. It’s also widely used during celebrations, festivals, and significant holidays due to its joyful nature.