analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#F9EDD2 — Papaya
#F9EDD2 is a light saturated yellow sitting at 42° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #F9EDD2
- fdfaf2
- f8e9c8
- f2d99f
- ecc976
- e7b84c
- e1a823
- bc8b1a
- 926c14
- 694e0e
- 402f09
- 161103
Color schemes using #F9EDD2
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#F9EDD2 FAQ
What color is #F9EDD2?
#F9EDD2 is a shade of papaya in the yellow family. It has a hue of 42 degrees, 76% saturation and 90% lightness, which makes it a light saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #F9EDD2?
#F9EDD2 is rgb(249, 237, 210) in RGB, hsl(42, 76%, 90%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 5%, 16%, 2%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #F9EDD2?
White text on this background reaches 1.16:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 18.07:1.
What colors go well with #F9EDD2?
Its direct complement is #D2DEF9. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #D2F1F9 and #DAD2F9 gives you contrast without the vibration.