analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#FFF700 — Lemon
#FFF700 is a mid-tone saturated yellow sitting at 58° 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.
#fff700
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Tints and shades of #FFF700
- fffef0
- fffdc1
- fffb92
- fffa63
- fff834
- fff705
- d5ce00
- a6a100
- 777300
- 484600
- 191900
Color schemes using #FFF700
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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#FFF700 FAQ
What color is #FFF700?
#FFF700 is a shade of lemon in the yellow family. It has a hue of 58 degrees, 100% saturation and 50% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #FFF700?
#FFF700 is rgb(255, 247, 0) in RGB, hsl(58, 100%, 50%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 3%, 100%, 0%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #FFF700?
White text on this background reaches 1.13:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 18.56:1.
What colors go well with #FFF700?
Its direct complement is #0008FF. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #0088FF and #7700FF gives you contrast without the vibration.