Color: Cornsilk
Complete color information and conversion tools for Cornsilk
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Test Cornsilk 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 Cornsilk backgrounds.
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About Cornsilk Color
The Cornsilk color (#FFF8DC) is a yellow color that belongs to the web-safe color palette. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Cornsilk, including its technical specifications, psychological impact, design applications, and practical usage examples.
Cornsilk has the hexadecimal code #FFF8DC and RGB values of 255, 248, 220. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 48°, saturation of 100%, and lightness of 93%. This color is widely supported across all browsers and design applications.
Discover the psychological impact and cultural significance of Cornsilk.
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 Cornsilk 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 Cornsilk.
Color Temperature
Dominant Wavelength
Color Purity
Brightness Index
Real-world examples and code snippets showing how to use Cornsilk.
CSS Examples
Design Tips & Best Practices
When using Cornsilk 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 Cornsilk 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.