When you use a yellow color palette, you’ll be drawing on one of the brightest of all colors. Yellow is attention-grabbing, warm and alive. Nature shows us many different shades of yellow. We are familiar with the deep orange-yellow of egg yolks, bright yellow daffodils, soft yellow lemons or the deep yellow color of bees. Yellow plays a big part in our contemporary world. It’s the color of happy faces, Brazilian football shirts, and yellow has also been used in danger signs. Using a yellow color palette and the universal meanings of yellow
The color yellow in nature and cultureUsing a yellow color will always feel warm and sunny. However, like red, yellow has two different meanings. From one perspective yellow is about sunny warmth, enjoyment and celebration. From a different perspective cowards are described as being ‘yellow’. Yellow is also the color of deceit. The color yellow is very bright and highly visible. Despite some negative connotations, it remains a very warm color. It is because yellow is so visible that it is often used to symbolize danger as well as for emergency vehicles. Throughout time, yellow has been used as a symbol of hope – a symbol that the sun will return out of the darkness. Women wore yellow ribbons in the hope that their men would return from war, and yellow ribbons are still a sign used as a welcome for loved ones who have gone away. However, although yellow is soft and welcoming, there is no doubt that it may also signal danger or caution (although yellow is not as threatening as red). Using shades of yellow in digital and print designUsing a yellow color palette can help you to create exciting designs. Although shades of yellow can be used alone in digital and print media, yellow works best when combined with other colors. Yellow will give your designs a fresh, sunny and even fruity atmosphere. If you are looking for a warm color without the intensity or darkness of red and orange, yellow makes a great substitute. You can also use a bright shade of golden yellow to substitute for a gold color palette. Yellow color combinations you can use:
How to create yellow color palettesWhen you create a yellow color palette, you’ll be able to combine the color yellow with other colors (obviously). You’ll be able to mix shades of yellow with neutrals, or shades of reds, greens and blues. The result can be earthy, sophisticated, fresh, psychedelic or rich. Here are some attractive color combinations using the color yellow:
Some familiar phrases associated with yellowPositive phrasesA yellow ribbon symbolizes the hope of a love returning, as in the song “Tie a yellow ribbon round the old oak tree.” The phrase ‘mellow yellow’ refers to feeling completely at ease and relaxed. Negative phrases:Yellow-bellied refers to cowardliness. Cowards are considered to be yellow, and are sometimes called ‘cowardly custard’ after the yellow pudding. Yellow journalism is seen to be unethical or irresponsible journalism which is used for drama or sensationalism rather than a sharing of stories or information. Using a yellow color palette in your designsWhen you use shades of yellow in your graphic design projects it’s worth noticing the subtle variations which exist. There is no single yellow color. Instead, there are shades of gold, mustard colors, ochre’s and bright yellows. There are deep yellow shades but no dark yellows. Although many colors become more intense when combined with the color black, yellow reacts badly, becoming an unappealing, sickly green color. Points to think about when you design using shades of yellow?Yellow is a bright and very eye catching color which attracts a great deal of attention. People are able to see yellow in at a glance. We are also far more likely to see yellow in our peripheral vision than any other color. Yellow offers a source of light and reflexivity, which is why rooms painted in yellow often have a vivid appearance. Used carefully, yellow can be illuminating. However, too much yellow can be overwhelming. Although yellow has been related to both sunny warmth and even associations with cowardliness, yellow can also be aggressive. Yellow is very intense and might sometimes appear too demanding or even aggressive. When yellow is used in large quantities it can become irritating. The various shades of yellowYellow shades can range from deep mustard to bright golden yellow. Paler yellow colors such as cream or lemon are very popular. Mellow Yellow Color
Hex #F8DE7E Royal Yellow ColorHex #FADA5E Gold ColorHex #F9A602 Cyber Yellow ColorHex #FFD300 Trombone ColorHex #D2B55B Khaki Color
Hex #C3B091 Goldenrod ColorHex #DAA520 Banana Color
Hex #FCF4A3 Tuscany Color
Hex #FCD12A Honey Color
Hex #FFC30B Dijon Color
Hex #C49102 Bumblebee Color
Hex #FCE205 Fire Yellow Color
Hex #FDA50F Ochre ColorHex #CC7722 Amber ColorHex #FFBF00 Flax ColorHex #EEDC82 Cream Color
Hex #FFFDD0 Beige Color
Hex #F5F5DC Peach ColorHex #FFE5B4 Lemon ColorHex #EFFD5F Laguna ColorHex #F8E473 Mustard ColorHex #FEDC56 Navajo ColorHex #FFDDAF Ecru Color
Hex #CEB180 Creating yellow color combinationsNow that you have an idea of the subtle shades of yellow available, you’ll be able to think of how to add shades of yellow into your designs. Yellow makes a sunny companion to darker colors, adding warmth as well as an eye catching appeal to your designs. As mentioned earlier, yellow and blue make an attractive color combination, with the warmth of yellow contrasting with peaceful blues. Purple contrasts highly with yellow, creating an attractive and vibrant effect. Yellow mixed with deep greens remind us of buttercups or daffodils, giving an earthy appearance. Deep moss or olive greens will add an earthy touch. Draw on lemon, orange and lime for a fresh, fruity palette. Black, when combined with a bright yellow color, can create a modern, very striking look. Think of the industrial appeal of a bumble bee. Ending thoughts on using a yellow color paletteYellow is a naturally sunny, light and vibrant color. The color yellow has therefore been associated with spring, summer sunshine, happiness, and enjoyment. Yellow remains an enchanting color which, when used carefully, will add life to your print or digital designs. From mustard yellow to a bright golden yellow color, there are shades of yellow for every design. We hope this guide assists you in creating subtle and attractive designs. If you enjoyed reading this article about using yellow color, you should read these as well:
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