Ivory Buff
Also known as: Tainted Gold, Demeter, Sunny Glory, Flourish
Quietly cheerful and optimistic, Ivory Buff is a warm-toned yellow that earns its keep in cheerful branding and kids' apps. For contrast, pair it with a blue from its complementary palette below. For accessible text, use it on black or near-black backgrounds (14.92:1, passes WCAG AA) rather than white.
Ivory Buff color codes
- HEX
- #EBD999
- RGB
- rgb(235, 217, 153)
- RGBA
- rgba(235, 217, 153, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(47, 67%, 76%)
- HSV
- hsv(47, 35%, 92%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 8%, 35%, 8%)
- LAB
- lab(87.1 -0.3 34.0)
- OKLCH
- oklch(88.5% 0.084 94.3)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
warm
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: palegoldenrod#EEE8AA · ΔE 4.6
- RAL 1014 — Ivory#DDC49A · ΔE 7.6 · approximate
RAL values are widely published approximations of the physical standard. For Pantone-adjacent workflows, match by eye against a physical fan deck — Pantone's values are proprietary and device-dependent, so we don't print lookups.
Where Ivory Buff works
- Web & UI: Use it decoratively — dividers, chart series, illustration accents — and let neutrals carry the type.
- Interiors: Use it where you want the eye to land — front door, built-ins, or one bold wall.
- Fashion: One garment in this color carries an outfit; two starts to compete.
- Branding: Commands attention in logos and packaging; balance it with generous neutral space.
- Branding: Best in a brand's supporting palette — packaging interiors, patterns, campaign accents.
Copy as — every ecosystem
Tints, shades, and tones of Ivory Buff
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Ivory Buff by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Contrast & accessibility
Aa — on white
contrast 1.41:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Aa — on black
contrast 14.92:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Best text color on a Ivory Buff background: #000000
Palettes featuring Ivory Buff
Ivory Buff with its complement
Soft neighbors of Ivory Buff
Ivory Buff triad
Similar colors
- Hazy Moon#F1DCA1 · ΔE 1.8
- Sunbathed#F5DD98 · ΔE 2.2
- Pie Crust#F1D99F · ΔE 2.5
- Tortilla#EFDBA7 · ΔE 2.9
- Beige#E6DAA6 · ΔE 3.0
- Vanilla#F3E5AB · ΔE 3.1
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Ivory Buff is closest to Icy Plains.
Ivory Buff FAQs
What color is Ivory Buff?
Ivory Buff is a light yellow with the hex code #EBD999. In HSL terms it has a hue of 47°, 67% saturation, and 76% lightness.
What is the hex code for Ivory Buff?
The hex code for Ivory Buff is #EBD999. In RGB it's rgb(235, 217, 153), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 8%, 35%, 8%).
What colors go well with Ivory Buff?
Ivory Buff pairs naturally with blue tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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