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#FFFF9B Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #FFFF9B including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#FFFF9B Color Information

#FFFF9B RGB value is (255, 255, 155). The hex color red value is 255, green is 255, and blue is 155. Its HSL format shows a hue of 60°, saturation of 100 percent, and lightness of 80 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 0 percent, 39 percent, 0 percent.

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#FFFF9B Color Meaning

Color #FFFF9B radiates unguarded optimism, cognitive alertness, and unfiltered joy. Color #FFFF9B is a high-key yellow so close to white that #FFFF9B retains brightness without harshness. Unlike cadmium yellow, #FFFF9B lacks intensity, favoring accessibility over dominance. In educational design, color #FFFF9B is used to highlight key information because the human eye processes light yellows faster than any other hue. However, research cautions against large areas—extended exposure can cause visual vibration, especially on screens. Thus, color #FFFF9B works best as an accent for calls to action or interactive elements. Functionally, color #FFFF9B bridges childlike energy and professional clarity. #FFFF9B appears in wayfinding systems, early-learning apps, and safety gear where instant recognition matters. Unlike neon yellows, its slight desaturation prevents sensory overload, making #FFFF9B more inclusive for neurodiverse users. Branding studies show that color #FFFF9B increases perceived friendliness in service industries—think customer support or community banking—without sacrificing modernity. Paired with deep navies or charcoals, #FFFF9B achieves balance between play and precision. Symbolically, color #FFFF9B represents unguarded hope—the kind that precedes experience. #FFFF9B is the color of first light, new notebooks, and open doors. In spiritual contexts, #FFFF9B aligns with mental clarity before overthinking sets in. Designers use color #FFFF9B when they want to signal accessibility, not naivety. Its power lies in its simplicity: no hidden tones, no irony. Color #FFFF9B invites engagement by promising ease, not complexity.

Color Conversion

Convert #FFFF9B 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
#FFFF9B
RGB
rgb(255, 255, 155)
HSL
hsl(60°, 100%, 80%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 0%, 39%, 0%)
HSV
hsv(60°, 39%, 100%)
XYZ
82.9164 95.1466 45.0053
Yxy
95.1466 0.3717 0.4265
Hunter Lab
97.5431 -6.8174 16.8464
CIE-Lab
98.0921 -14.0228 47.7295

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red255 / 255 (100%)
100%
Green255 / 255 (100%)
100%
Blue155 / 255 (61%)
61%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta0 / 100 (0%)
Yellow39 / 100 (39%)
39%
Key (Black)0 / 100 (0%)

Color Variations

#FFFF9B 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

#FFFF9B 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 #FFFF9B 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+)

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WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

1.05:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

1.05:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #FFFF9B 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

#FFFF9B

protanopia

#ffffb3

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #FFFF9B;

Text Color

color: #FFFF9B;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #FFFF9B;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #FFFF9B40;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #FFFF9B;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #FFFF9B 0%, #eaea00 100%);

#FFFF9B Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #FFFF9B color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.