Color: Beige
Complete color information and conversion tools for Beige
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Test Beige for accessibility compliance and color contrast ratios.
Basic Contrast Ratios
WCAG 2.1 Compliance
Required ratio: 4.5:1
Required ratio: 3:1
Required ratio: 7:1
Required ratio: 4.5:1
Usage Recommendations
✓ Excellent for accessibility
This color meets AAA standards and is suitable for all text sizes and UI elements.
Recommended text color: Use #000000 text for optimal readability on Beige backgrounds.
Colors similar to Beige based on hue and saturation.
About Beige Color
The Beige color (#F5F5DC) is a yellow color that belongs to the web-safe color palette. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Beige, including its technical specifications, psychological impact, design applications, and practical usage examples.
Beige has the hexadecimal code #F5F5DC and RGB values of 245, 245, 220. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 60°, saturation of 56%, and lightness of 91%. This color is widely supported across all browsers and design applications.
Discover the psychological impact and cultural significance of Beige.
Associated Emotions
Happiness, optimism, creativity, energy, caution
Symbolism & Meaning
Joy, intellect, brightness, warning, cowardice
Marketing & Branding
Grabs attention, promotes cheerfulness, stimulates mental activity
Learn how to effectively use Beige in various design contexts.
Web Design
- • Headers
- • Links
- • Corporate themes
- • Trust indicators
- • Professional layouts
Interior Design
- • Bedrooms
- • Bathrooms
- • Office spaces
- • Coastal themes
Graphic Design
- • Corporate branding
- • Healthcare materials
- • Technology themes
- • Professional presentations
Fashion & Clothing
- • Business attire
- • Denim
- • Formal wear
- • Casual shirts
Complete technical details and color space information for Beige.
Color Temperature
Dominant Wavelength
Color Purity
Brightness Index
Real-world examples and code snippets showing how to use Beige.
CSS Examples
Design Tips & Best Practices
When using Beige in your designs, consider its psychological impact and cultural associations. This color works well in web design, branding, and marketing materials and can be effectively paired with complementary colors to create striking visual compositions.
Accessibility Considerations
When using Beige as a text or background color, ensure sufficient contrast ratios for accessibility compliance. Test your color combinations against WCAG guidelines to ensure readability for all users.