Mustard Yellow hex code
The hex code for mustard yellow is #FFDB58. In RGB that is rgb(255, 219, 88) and in HSL it is hsl(47, 100%, 67%).
The hex code for mustard yellow is #FFDB58. In RGB that is rgb(255, 219, 88) and in HSL it is hsl(47, 100%, 67%).
Mustard Yellow · #FFDB58
Colour codes
- HEX
- #FFDB58
- RGB
- rgb(255, 219, 88)
- HSL
- hsl(47, 100%, 67%)
- CMYK
- 0, 14, 65, 0
- Contrast on white
- 1.35:1
- Contrast on black
- 15.53:1
Tints and shades
20% lighter · #ffe279
40% lighter · #ffe99b
60% lighter · #fff1bc
80% lighter · #fff8de
20% darker · #ccaf46
40% darker · #998335
60% darker · #665823
80% darker · #332c12
Complementary colour
Mustard Yellow · #FFDB58
Opposite on the colour wheel · #577bff
Frequently asked questions
What is the hex code for mustard yellow?
The hex code for mustard yellow is #FFDB58. In RGB that is rgb(255, 219, 88) and in HSL it is hsl(47, 100%, 67%).
Can I use mustard yellow for text?
It has a contrast ratio of 1.35:1 on white and 15.53:1 on black. Body text needs 4.5:1 under WCAG AA, so it works as text on a dark background, not on white.
What colour goes with mustard yellow?
Its complementary colour, opposite on the colour wheel, is #577BFF. Pairing a colour with its complement gives the strongest contrast; for something calmer, use a tint or shade of mustard yellow instead.
Is mustard yellow a CSS colour name?
No. Mustard Yellow is a common name rather than a CSS keyword, and different sources use slightly different values. #FFDB58 is the most widely used one - use the hex value in CSS.