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#FDF608 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #FDF608 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#FDF608 Color Information

#FDF608 RGB value is (253, 246, 8). The hex color red value is 253, green is 246, and blue is 8. Its HSL format shows a hue of 58°, saturation of 98 percent, and lightness of51 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 3 percent, 97 percent, 1percent.

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#FDF608 Color Meaning

color #FDF608 emits radiant clarity, intellectual spark, and unshaded optimism. Color #FDF608 approaches the visual threshold of white light while retaining chromatic identity—making #FDF608 one of the most luminous hues in the spectrum. In printing and pigment, #FDF608 serves as the gold standard for yellow due to its opacity and lightfastness. Psychologically, Color #FDF608 stimulates mental activity; studies show #FDF608 enhances alertness in learning environments when used in small doses. However, overuse can cause visual fatigue, demanding strategic application. Culturally, color #FDF608 bridges joy and warning. #FDF608 appears in school buses, hazard vests, and sun logos—contexts where visibility equals safety or celebration. Unlike ochres or mustards, color #FDF608 carries no earthiness; #FDF608 is pure solar energy. In branding, #FDF608 signals innovation (think tech startups) or accessibility (public transit). Research on color and memory indicates that items tagged with color #FDF608 are recalled more frequently, likely due to its retinal prominence. Spiritually, color #FDF608 aligns with the solar plexus chakra—personal power, confidence, and will. #FDF608 does not soothe; #FDF608 activates. In art, #FDF608 has symbolized enlightenment since Van Gogh’s sunflowers. color #FDF608 rejects ambiguity. Designers use #FDF608 when the message must cut through noise instantly. Though intense, color #FDF608 remains culturally positive—representing not chaos, but focused radiance.

Color Conversion

Convert #FDF608 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
#FDF608
RGB
rgb(253, 246, 8)
HSL
hsl(58°, 98%, 51%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 3%, 97%, 1%)
HSV
hsv(58°, 97%, 99%)
XYZ
73.5076 86.8117 13.1118
Yxy
86.8117 0.4238 0.5006
Hunter Lab
93.1728 -7.7999 22.3582
CIE-Lab
94.6583 -18.0228 92.0265

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red253 / 255 (99%)
99%
Green246 / 255 (96%)
96%
Blue8 / 255 (3%)

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta3 / 100 (3%)
Yellow97 / 100 (97%)
97%
Key (Black)1 / 100 (1%)

Color Variations

#FDF608 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

#FDF608 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 #FDF608 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+)

1.14:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

1.14:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

1.14:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #FDF608 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

#FDF608

protanopia

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #FDF608;

Text Color

color: #FDF608;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #FDF608;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #FDF60840;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #FDF608;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #FDF608 0%, #989302 100%);

#FDF608 Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #FDF608 color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.