Supernova is a
warm medium color with the hex code #FEC514.
Also known as
"Elastic Yellow"
by Elastic
.
This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB
254, 197, 20 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 22%, 92%, 0% for print applications.
Find matching Pantone color.
Currently, 1 brand uses this color in their visual identity, making it a proven choice for professional branding and web design.
Supernova
#FEC514 aka “Elastic Yellow” by Elastic
Supernova color values
- HEX
- #FEC514
- RGB
- 254, 197, 20
- HSL
- 45°, 99%, 54%
- CMYK
- 0, 22, 92, 0
Shades & tints
Darker Lighter
About this color
Supernova sits at 45° on the color wheel with 99% saturation and 54% lightness, placing it in the orange-yellow segment of the spectrum. With saturation at 99%, this is a high-chroma color: the kind that anchors palettes and demands considered placement. At medium-high lightness, it holds its own on white backgrounds while remaining approachable.
In digital environments, Supernova is rendered as rgb(254, 197, 20), where the red channel dominates at 254, giving the color a clear red cast. The mid-range lightness and strong saturation make this versatile for both foreground and background roles, depending on what it is paired against.
For print, Supernova translates to a CMYK breakdown of 0C 22M 92Y 0K. With almost no black ink (0%), this color is built almost entirely from process inks: 22% magenta, 92% yellow. This profile tends toward vibrancy in print, though ink density limits on press may affect saturation on coated versus uncoated stock. In brand applications, this exact value is specified as Elastic Yellow.
Color harmonies
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
How to use Supernova
CSS Variable
:root {
--brand-primary: #FEC514;
--brand-primary-rgb: 254, 197, 20;
}Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.
Tailwind Config
colors: {
brand: '#FEC514',
}
Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.
Print Design (CMYK)
C: 0%
M: 22%
Y: 92%
K: 0%Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.
RGB for Screens
rgb(254, 197, 20)
rgba(254, 197, 20, 0.8)Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.
Brands using Supernova
1 brand uses this color in their identity
Brands using similar hue
24 brand s with colors near 45° on the color wheel
Frequently asked questions
What color is #FEC514?
#FEC514 is Supernova, a warm medium color with RGB values of 254, 197, 20. It has a hue of 45°, 99%
saturation, and 54% lightness in the HSL color
space.
What is the RGB value of #FEC514?
The RGB color code for #FEC514 is rgb(254, 197, 20). This means it contains 254 red,
197 green, and 20 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Supernova a warm or cool color?
Supernova (#FEC514) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #FEC514 in CSS?
You can use #FEC514 in CSS with:
background-color: #FEC514; or color: #FEC514; or as an RGB value: rgb(254, 197, 20). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 22%, 92%, 0%.