#FFE135
Yellow family

Banana

Also known as: cheerful · playful · tropical · bright · vibrant
Hex #FFE135
RGB rgb(255, 225, 53)
HSL hsl(51°, 100%, 60%)
CMYK 0 · 12 · 79 · 0
RAL RAL 1017 · Saffron Yellow
NCS S 0540-Y

RAL and NCS values are nearest equivalents, not official designations.

Meaning

The psychology, symbolism and cultural history of Banana.

In Western culture, yellow often symbolizes happiness and optimism, but in some Eastern traditions, it can denote courage and nobility. The contrast between these interpretations highlights the complexity of color symbolism across different cultures.

The term 'banana' as a color emerged in the late 19th century, linked closely to the fruit gaining popularity in Europe. The first recorded use of 'banana' as a color name in English was in 1890, reflecting the fruit's increasing significance in global trade and culinary culture.

cheerfulplayfultropicalbrightvibrant

Similar colors

The closest colors to Banana by perceived distance.

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Shades & tints

9 variations of Banana by lightness, from dark to light.

-40% #85751C
-30% #A39022
-20% #C2AB28
-10% #E0C62F
BASE #FFE135
+15% #FFE54D
+30% #FFE865
+50% #FFEC7E
+70% #FFEF96

Complementary

Colors that pair beautifully with Banana on the color wheel.

Palettes

Curated 5-color combinations featuring Banana.

#FFE135
#FF5733
#FFFFFF
#FFC300
#DAF7A6

Sunny Day

Joyful energy
#FFE135
#009688
#F5F5F5
#FFEB3B
#FF9800

Tropical Escape

Vibrant adventure
#FFE135
#FFC107
#212121
#4CAF50
#FF5722

Citrus Splash

Refreshing zest
Daffodil
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