Transcendence
Also known as: Skullfire, Warm Sun, Weathered Plastic, Limestone Quarry
Transcendence is what happens when yellow turns pale and lively. The effect is sunny and uplifting, made for summer palettes and highlights and warnings. Match it with white accents when the design calls for energy over calm. For accessible text, use it on black or near-black backgrounds (18.92:1, passes WCAG AA) rather than white.
Transcendence color codes
- HEX
- #F8F4D8
- RGB
- rgb(248, 244, 216)
- RGBA
- rgba(248, 244, 216, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(53, 70%, 91%)
- HSV
- hsv(53, 13%, 97%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 2%, 13%, 3%)
- LAB
- lab(96.0 -2.0 14.1)
- OKLCH
- oklch(96.3% 0.037 100.4)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning warm
subtle yellow undertone in this near-neutral
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: cornsilk#FFF8DC · ΔE 1.6
- RAL 9012 — Clean room white#FFFDE6 · ΔE 2.5 · 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 Transcendence works
- Web & UI: A natural surface tint: use it for cards, section backgrounds, or hover states instead of flat white.
- Interiors: A softer alternative to builder's white for walls, trim, or ceilings — warmer under evening light.
- Fashion: Wears best as the statement piece — a top, scarf, or shoes — against neutral basics.
- Branding: High-energy brand material: strong for food, fitness, and youth-facing marks — use sparingly in UI.
- Web & UI: A supporting-cast color for UI: chart fills, tags, empty-state illustrations — not text.
- Interiors: Strong for a whole room, excellent in doses: an accent wall, cabinetry, or a statement chair.
Copy as — every ecosystem
Tints, shades, and tones of Transcendence
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Transcendence 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 1.11:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Aa — on black
contrast 18.92:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Best text color on a Transcendence background: #000000
Palettes featuring Transcendence
Transcendence with its complement
Soft neighbors of Transcendence
Transcendence triad
Similar colors
- Cornsilk#FFF8DC · ΔE 1.6
- Moon Sugar#F5F5DA · ΔE 1.7
- Warm Light#FFF9D8 · ΔE 1.9
- Mayonnaise#F6EED1 · ΔE 2.0
- Buttermilk#FFFEE4 · ΔE 2.4
- Giggle#EFF0D3 · ΔE 2.4
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Transcendence is closest to Cotton Boll.
Transcendence FAQs
What color is Transcendence?
Transcendence is a light yellow with the hex code #F8F4D8. In HSL terms it has a hue of 53°, 70% saturation, and 91% lightness.
What is the hex code for Transcendence?
The hex code for Transcendence is #F8F4D8. In RGB it's rgb(248, 244, 216), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 2%, 13%, 3%).
What colors go well with Transcendence?
Transcendence pairs naturally with white tones from its complementary harmony, and with blue accents from its split-complementary palette. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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