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#FDF501 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #FDF501 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#FDF501 Color Information

#FDF501 RGB value is (253, 245, 1). The hex color red value is 253, green is 245, and blue is 1. Its HSL format shows a hue of 58°, saturation of 99 percent, and lightness of50 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 3 percent, 100 percent, 1percent.

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#FDF501 Color Meaning

color #FDF501 emits radiant clarity, intellectual spark, and unshaded optimism. Color #FDF501 approaches the visual threshold of white light while retaining chromatic identity—making #FDF501 one of the most luminous hues in the spectrum. In printing and pigment, #FDF501 serves as the gold standard for yellow due to its opacity and lightfastness. Psychologically, Color #FDF501 stimulates mental activity; studies show #FDF501 enhances alertness in learning environments when used in small doses. However, overuse can cause visual fatigue, demanding strategic application. Culturally, color #FDF501 bridges joy and warning. #FDF501 appears in school buses, hazard vests, and sun logos—contexts where visibility equals safety or celebration. Unlike ochres or mustards, color #FDF501 carries no earthiness; #FDF501 is pure solar energy. In branding, #FDF501 signals innovation (think tech startups) or accessibility (public transit). Research on color and memory indicates that items tagged with color #FDF501 are recalled more frequently, likely due to its retinal prominence. Spiritually, color #FDF501 aligns with the solar plexus chakra—personal power, confidence, and will. #FDF501 does not soothe; #FDF501 activates. In art, #FDF501 has symbolized enlightenment since Van Gogh’s sunflowers. color #FDF501 rejects ambiguity. Designers use #FDF501 when the message must cut through noise instantly. Though intense, color #FDF501 remains culturally positive—representing not chaos, but focused radiance.

Color Conversion

Convert #FDF501 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
#FDF501
RGB
rgb(253, 245, 1)
HSL
hsl(58°, 99%, 50%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 3%, 100%, 1%)
HSV
hsv(58°, 100%, 99%)
XYZ
73.1659 86.1897 12.8087
Yxy
86.1897 0.4250 0.5006
Hunter Lab
92.8384 -7.5565 22.1756
CIE-Lab
94.3934 -17.5931 92.3366

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red253 / 255 (99%)
99%
Green245 / 255 (96%)
96%
Blue1 / 255 (0%)

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta3 / 100 (3%)
Yellow100 / 100 (100%)
100%
Key (Black)1 / 100 (1%)

Color Variations

#FDF501 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

#FDF501 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 #FDF501 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+)

1.15:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

1.15:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

1.15:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #FDF501 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

#FDF501

protanopia

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #FDF501;

Text Color

color: #FDF501;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #FDF501;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #FDF50140;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #FDF501;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #FDF501 0%, #969101 100%);

#FDF501 Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #FDF501 color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.