Color swatch image showing #F8F502 with RGB(248,245,2) values

#F8F502 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #F8F502 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#F8F502 Color Information

#F8F502 RGB value is (248, 245, 2). The hex color red value is 248, green is 245, and blue is 2. Its HSL format shows a hue of 59°, saturation of 98 percent, and lightness of 49 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 1 percent, 99 percent, 3 percent.

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#F8F502 Color Meaning

Color #F8F502 emits radiant clarity, intellectual spark, and unshaded optimism. Color #F8F502 approaches the visual threshold of white light while retaining chromatic identity—making #F8F502 one of the most luminous hues in the spectrum. In printing and pigment, #F8F502 serves as the gold standard for yellow due to its opacity and lightfastness. Psychologically, color #F8F502 stimulates mental activity; studies show #F8F502 enhances alertness in learning environments when used in small doses. However, overuse can cause visual fatigue, demanding strategic application. Culturally, color #F8F502 bridges joy and warning. #F8F502 appears in school buses, hazard vests, and sun logos—contexts where visibility equals safety or celebration. Unlike ochres or mustards, color #F8F502 carries no earthiness; #F8F502 is pure solar energy. In branding, #F8F502 signals innovation (think tech startups) or accessibility (public transit). Research on color and memory indicates that items tagged with color #F8F502 are recalled more frequently, likely due to its retinal prominence. Spiritually, color #F8F502 aligns with the solar plexus chakra—personal power, confidence, and will. #F8F502 does not soothe; #F8F502 activates. In art, #F8F502 has symbolized enlightenment since Van Gogh’s sunflowers. Color #F8F502 rejects ambiguity. Designers use #F8F502 when the message must cut through noise instantly. Though intense, color #F8F502 remains culturally positive—representing not chaos, but focused radiance.

Color Conversion

Convert #F8F502 across different color models and formats. These conversions help designers work seamlessly between digital and print media, ensuring this color maintains its intended appearance across RGB screens, CMYK printers, and HSL color manipulations.

HEX
#F8F502
RGB
rgb(248, 245, 2)
HSL
hsl(59°, 98%, 49%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 1%, 99%, 3%)
HSV
hsv(59°, 99%, 97%)
XYZ
71.3748 85.2657 12.7535
Yxy
85.2657 0.4214 0.5034
Hunter Lab
92.3394 -8.2996 21.7976
CIE-Lab
93.9975 -19.6568 91.7950

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red248 / 255 (97%)
97%
Green245 / 255 (96%)
96%
Blue2 / 255 (1%)

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta1 / 100 (1%)
Yellow99 / 100 (99%)
99%
Key (Black)3 / 100 (3%)

Color Variations

#F8F502 harmonies come to life through carefully balanced shades, tints, and tones, giving this color depth and flexibility across light and dark variations. Shades add richness, tints bring an airy softness, and tones soften intensity, making it easy to pair in clean, modern palettes.

Color Harmonies

#F8F502 harmonies create beautiful relationships with other colors based on their position on the color wheel. Each harmony type offers unique design possibilities, enabling cohesive and visually appealing color schemes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker

(WCAG 2.1) Test #F8F502 for accessibility compliance against white and black backgrounds. Proper contrast ensures this color remains readable and usable for all audiences, meeting WCAG 2.1 standards for both normal and large text applications.

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Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

1.16:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

1.16:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

1.16:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #F8F502 appears to people with different types of color vision deficiencies. These simulations help create more inclusive designs that consider how this color is perceived across various visual abilities.

Normal Vision

#F8F502

protanopia

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Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #F8F502;

Text Color

color: #F8F502;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #F8F502;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #F8F50240;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #F8F502;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #F8F502 0%, #929001 100%);

#F8F502 Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #F8F502 color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.