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Aged Parchment (#EFE6C8)

Luminance: 79% · Nearest standard name: Aged Parchment

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AGED PARCHMENT
#EFE6C8
rgb(239, 230, 200) · hsl(46°, 55%, 86%)
HEX#EFE6C8
RGB239, 230, 200
HSL46°, 55%, 86%
HSV / HSB46°, 16%, 94%
CMYK (Print)0%, 4%, 16%, 6%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#EFE6C8#C8D1EF

Analogous

#EFD2C8#EFE6C8#E4EFC8

Triadic

#EFE6C8#C8EFE6#E6C8EF

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints
Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)1.25:1

Sample text rendered with #EFE6C8 on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL
Against Dark (#0F172A)14.30:1

Sample text rendered with #EFE6C8 on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Aged Parchment (#EFE6C8)

Aged Parchment (#EFE6C8) is a distinct shade within the Amber & Yellow chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 79% and a warm color temperature, this tone plays a vital role across web applications, brand identities, and editorial typography. Discover its mathematical harmonies, accessibility metrics, UI engineering roles, and front-end code tokens.

Technical Colorimetry & Coordinate Breakdown

Exact mathematical values across digital display, print press, and human perceptual spaces.

HEX Code#EFE6C8
RGB Space239, 230, 200
HSL Values46°, 55%, 86%
HSV / HSB46°, 16%, 94%
CMYK Ink0%, 4%, 16%, 6%
TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Aged Parchment

Geometric intervals calculated from #EFE6C8 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#C8D1EF

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Aged Parchment with its polar opposite (#C8D1EF) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#EFD2C8 · #E4EFC8

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Aged Parchment for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#C8E4EF · #D2C8EF

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Aged Parchment, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#C8EFE6 · #E6C8EF

Triadic Harmony

Forms an equilateral triangle on the color wheel, generating playful, dynamic energy when balanced against a neutral background.

Rectangular (90°)#C8EFD2 · #C8D1EF · #EFC8E4

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

A rich four-color scheme combining two complementary pairs, ideal for complex dashboards, gaming HUDs, and multi-tier charts.

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Aged Parchment

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Dominant Background Canvas (60% Volume)

With an exceptionally high lightness of 86%, Aged Parchment (#EFE6C8) serves as a clean, soft canvas surface. It provides ample negative space for dark typography without the harsh ocular glare of stark pure white.

Light Mode SurfaceOptimal canvas surface
Dark Mode AdaptationDesaturate slightly for ambient glow
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Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

Embodies tactile warmth, artisan craftsmanship, grounded optimism, and hospitality. Creates an inviting, friendly atmosphere.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Hospitality Resorts, Artisan Food & Dining, Interior Decor, Education. Combining Aged Parchment with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Aged Parchment

Drop-in design system tokens for CSS, Tailwind CSS, and SCSS.

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS
:root {
  --color-efe6c8: #EFE6C8;
  --color-efe6c8-rgb: 239, 230, 200;
  --color-efe6c8-hsl: 46deg 55% 86%;
}
tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS
module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        'efe6c8': '#EFE6C8',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Aged Parchment (#EFE6C8)

Authoritative answers covering Aged Parchment color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Aged Parchment (#EFE6C8)?
Aged Parchment is defined by the HEX code #EFE6C8. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:239, G:230, B:200. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:46°, Saturation:55%, Lightness:86%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 46°, 16%, 94%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:4%, Y:16%, K:6%.
Does Aged Parchment (#EFE6C8) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?
Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Aged Parchment achieves a contrast ratio of 1.25:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Failing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 14.30:1 (Passing WCAG AA).
What is the direct complementary color for Aged Parchment (#EFE6C8)?
The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #EFE6C8 is #C8D1EF. When placed side-by-side, #EFE6C8 and #C8D1EF create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.
What is the recommended role for Aged Parchment in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?
With an exceptionally high lightness of 86%, Aged Parchment (#EFE6C8) serves as a clean, soft canvas surface. It provides ample negative space for dark typography without the harsh ocular glare of stark pure white.
How can I copy and export Aged Parchment into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?
You can define Aged Parchment in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #EFE6C8; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Aged Parchment using our interactive Color Palette Generator.
Which color family does Aged Parchment (#EFE6C8) belong to?
Aged Parchment belongs to the Amber & Yellow family (Warm spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Amber & Yellow Color Guide.