77 yellow things, ranked
77 yellow things, ranked
Oct 1, 2024
5 minute read
Yello there! I've carefully curated a list of every yellow object I could think of (within reason) and ranked them from worst to best. Forgive me if I missed anything. After all, when life gives you yellow, you gotta make yellow-ade. Comment below and let me know your favorites!
Minions
Minions
Quite simply last place. Why do we continue to give these squeeky beans attention? How many movies are there at this point? Actually nevermind, let's move on.
Quite simply last place. Why do we continue to give these squeeky beans attention? How many movies are there at this point? Actually nevermind, let's move on.
Spirit Airlines
Spirit Airlines
Ah Spirit, the airline to upsell you on luggage, water, breathing, etc. You pay for what you get on this one.
Ah Spirit, the airline to upsell you on luggage, water, breathing, etc. You pay for what you get on this one.
Rubber Chicken
Rubber Chicken
AH AHH AHHHHHH! That was a rubber chicken sound. Or noise.
AH AHH AHHHHHH! That was a rubber chicken sound. Or noise.
Bumblebee
Bumblebee
I'm not allergic to bees, but this rank is for those that are.
I'm not allergic to bees, but this rank is for those that are.
Yellow iPhone Campaign
Yellow iPhone Campaign
Yellow iPhone Campaign
Apple could have released this colorway alongside the others, but I guess they needed something to talk about. Or maybe they just really liked that yellow rhymes with hello.
Apple could have released this colorway alongside the others, but I guess they needed something to talk about. Or maybe they just really liked that yellow rhymes with hello.
Yellow Card
Yellow Card
Not ideal if you play soccer (or football as they say anywhere else). Still better than a red card.
Not ideal if you play soccer (or football as they say anywhere else). Still better than a red card.
Yellow Surfboard
Yellow Surfboard
Ever heard of yum-yum yellow? Sharks have.
Ever heard of yum-yum yellow? Sharks have.
Belle's Dress
Belle's Dress
I feel like this dress is yellow because the other colors were taken. But idk, I'm just a boy.
I feel like this dress is yellow because the other colors were taken. But idk, I'm just a boy.
Yellow Pages
Yellow Pages
Definitely known for being yellow. Definitely not known by Gen Z.
Definitely known for being yellow. Definitely not known by Gen Z.
Peep
Peep
Very cute, and fun for one day in April. Not as good as it looks though, and quite sugary.
Very cute, and fun for one day in April. Not as good as it looks though, and quite sugary.
Yellow Watermelon
Yellow Watermelon
Yeah this is a real thing. Novel, to say the least. Better than a regular watermelon, to say the most.
Yeah this is a real thing. Novel, to say the least. Better than a regular watermelon, to say the most.
Snapchat
Snapchat
The flirty app for high schoolers 👻
The flirty app for high schoolers 👻
Yellow Road Lines
Yellow Road Lines
Keeping you safe since the 50s!
Keeping you safe since the 50s!
Banana Taped to a Wall
Banana Taped to a Wall
Banana Taped to a Wall
K'NEX Yellow Piece
K'NEX Yellow Piece
K'NEX is a creative play system for kids (or adults, no judgment), but there's really not much you can do with just one yellow piece.
K'NEX is a creative play system for kids (or adults, no judgment), but there's really not much you can do with just one yellow piece.
Drybar Blow Dryer
Drybar Blow Dryer
$199 to blow air. It does look pretty slick though
$199 to blow air. It does look pretty slick though
NOT A THROUGH STREET Sign
NOT A THROUGH STREET Sign
Great if you live on one. A not through street that is.
Great if you live on one. A not through street that is.
Yellow Tang
Yellow Tang
A little too tangy. Needs more salt.
A little too tangy. Needs more salt.
Lays Classic Potato Chips
Lays Classic Potato Chips
Lays Classic Potato Chips
40% of it tastes pretty good. The rest is air.
40% of it tastes pretty good. The rest is air.
Livestrong Bracelet
Livestrong Bracelet
Real ones repped these on the playground circa 2006.
Real ones repped these on the playground circa 2006.
Fire Hydrant
Fire Hydrant
Doggy business blends right in!
Doggy business blends right in!
Safety Helmet
Safety Helmet
AKA hard hats, because they go hard.
AKA hard hats, because they go hard.
Onitsuka Tiger Sneakers
Onitsuka Tiger Sneakers
Onitsuka Tiger Sneakers
Established in 1949 and a subsidiary to Asics since 1977, this Japanese sneaker is a staple for lifestyle sneakers.
Established in 1949 and a subsidiary to Asics since 1977, this Japanese sneaker is a staple for lifestyle sneakers.
Bananas
Bananas
Some fun facts about bananas. They are botanically a berry, seedless, slightly radioactive, grow upwards towards the sun, and are the first fruits to be consumed in space. Oh, and sometimes they are taped onto a wall and called art.
Some fun facts about bananas. They are botanically a berry, seedless, slightly radioactive, grow upwards towards the sun, and are the first fruits to be consumed in space. Oh, and sometimes they are taped onto a wall and called art.
River Raft
River Raft
Make sure you're wearing your yellow safety helmets!
Make sure you're wearing your yellow safety helmets!
Crane
Crane
Probably the tallest yellow object. You think they use cranes to build more cranes?
Probably the tallest yellow object. You think they use cranes to build more cranes?
Pikachu
Pikachu
The face of the largest media franchise in the world. Pika pika approves!
The face of the largest media franchise in the world. Pika pika approves!
Hazmat Suit
Hazmat Suit
Few people will see these in person, let alone wear one. Happy to keep it that way.
Few people will see these in person, let alone wear one. Happy to keep it that way.
Tonka Truck
Tonka Truck
Every kid launched something off the back of this thing at some point.
Every kid launched something off the back of this thing at some point.
Pegasus XING Sign
Pegasus XING Sign
Famously made it's debut into stardom on Napoleon Dynamite's bedroom door. Yeah it's pretty much frickin' sweeter than the other sign.
Famously made it's debut into stardom on Napoleon Dynamite's bedroom door. Yeah it's pretty much frickin' sweeter than the other sign.
Pineapple
Pineapple
Known not only as a delicious tropical fruit, but also as a comfortable and spacious home under the sea. Find out where this pineapple ranks in our Orange Ranking blog:
Lemonheads
Lemonheads
A candy I don't purchase but would happily accept. The ultimate sour to sweet!
A candy I don't purchase but would happily accept. The ultimate sour to sweet!
Little Miss Sunshine Bus
Little Miss Sunshine Bus
Little Miss Sunshine Bus
This bus is riddled with problems, but an icon none the less. This feel good movie wouldn't be the same without it!
This bus is riddled with problems, but an icon none the less. This feel good movie wouldn't be the same without it!
Caution Tape
Caution Tape
It says caution, but why does it draw me in so much then??
Uma Thurman in Kill Bill
Uma Thurman in Kill Bill
While it's true Uma Thurman supposedly hated this outfit, she still managed to slice her way to a Golden Globe nomination wearing it. This iconic yellow suit not only made the movie poster but also found a permanent spot in your seasonal Halloween store.
While it's true Uma Thurman supposedly hated this outfit, she still managed to slice her way to a Golden Globe nomination wearing it. This iconic yellow suit not only made the movie poster but also found a permanent spot in your seasonal Halloween store.
Mango
Mango
Mango to the farmer's market when they want one of these bad boys. Womango as well.
Yellow Indian Ringneck Parrot
Yellow Indian Ringneck Parrot
Yellow like a canary, but can somehow talk. Maybe that's not a good thing.
Yellow like a canary, but can somehow talk. Maybe that's not a good thing.
Yellow Canary
Yellow Canary
Yep, pretty much an entirely yellow bird. That's gotta count for something on this list.
Yep, pretty much an entirely yellow bird. That's gotta count for something on this list.
Yellow Brick Road
Yellow Brick Road
Classic since 1939. Elton John even dedicated an entire album just to bid it farewell.
Classic since 1939. Elton John even dedicated an entire album just to bid it farewell.
Oscar Trophy
Oscar Trophy
I know I'm opening the floodgates by introducing gold, but we'll award this one the honor of making our VIP list.
I know I'm opening the floodgates by introducing gold, but we'll award this one the honor of making our VIP list.
Measuring Tape
Measuring Tape
Compact, useful, and usually very yellow.
Compact, useful, and usually very yellow.
Corn Tortilla Chips
Corn Tortilla Chips
Needs salsa or guac.
Needs salsa or guac.
Swiss Cheese
Swiss Cheese
Where does swiss come from? A holey cow!
Where does swiss come from? A holey cow!
Charlie Brown's Shirt
Charlie Brown's Shirt
"Of all the Charlie Browns in the world, you’re the Charlie Browniest."
-Linus
"Of all the Charlie Browns in the world, you’re the Charlie Browniest."
-Linus
Yellow Seahorse
Yellow Seahorse
AKA the Hippocampus kuda. Native to the Indo-Pacific region, such as Australia, Japan, and the Philippines, this fish is unfortunately vulnerable to extinction through habitat loss and pollution. Save the kudas!
AKA the Hippocampus kuda. Native to the Indo-Pacific region, such as Australia, Japan, and the Philippines, this fish is unfortunately vulnerable to extinction through habitat loss and pollution. Save the kudas!
The Duck From The Duck Song
The Duck From The Duck Song
One yellow friend that won't be going extinct is the one and only duck, from the duck song. Got any grapes?
One yellow friend that won't be going extinct is the one and only duck, from the duck song. Got any grapes?
Wet Floor Sign
Wet Floor Sign
Lowkey super clutch.
Lowkey super clutch.
Blowing Steam Emoji
Blowing Steam Emoji
Pissed you're working overtime? Just copped a Jersey Mikes sub for lunch? Got a 10K to knock out? This diverse emoji somehow works for most situations.
Pissed you're working overtime? Just copped a Jersey Mikes sub for lunch? Got a 10K to knock out? This diverse emoji somehow works for most situations.
Duckling
Duckling
Look at this cute lil' guy.
Look at this cute lil' guy.
The Simpson Family
The Simpson Family
Humorous, loving, and utterly chaotic.
Humorous, loving, and utterly chaotic.
National Geographic Border
National Geographic Border
Since 1910, this yellow border has invited the reader into a book packed full of the world's wonders. We dive deeper into their use of yellow in our blog on the importance of color in branding. Check it out!
Naboo N-1 Starfighter
Naboo N-1 Starfighter
This has always been one of my favorite ships from Star Wars. The yellow/chrome combo is too cool!
This has always been one of my favorite ships from Star Wars. The yellow/chrome combo is too cool!
Yellow Mustard
Yellow Mustard
A timeless condiment, as yellow as it gets.
A timeless condiment, as yellow as it gets.
Yellow Submarine
Yellow Submarine
We all live in one.
We all live in one.
Big Bird
Big Bird
That's big yellow.
That's big yellow.
Egg Yolk
Egg Yolk
Accessible, delicious, high protein. Bonus if it comes from Big Bird.
Accessible, delicious, high protein. Bonus if it comes from Big Bird.
School Bus
School Bus
Whether it was the daily pickup or the elusive field trip, something was going down.
Whether it was the daily pickup or the elusive field trip, something was going down.
Pokémon Yellow Game
Pokémon Yellow Game
Similar to Pokémon Red and Blue, this game helped popularize Pokémon throughout the US in the late 90s.
Similar to Pokémon Red and Blue, this game helped popularize Pokémon throughout the US in the late 90s.
Kodak Film
Kodak Film
Taking you back to a time where photography was thoughtful.
Taking you back to a time where photography was thoughtful.
Popcorn
Popcorn
Movie snack HOF.
Movie snack HOF.
Spongebob Squarepants
Spongebob Squarepants
Everyone's favorite sponge. Find out where his house ranked in our orange blog!
Classic LEGO Minifigure Head
Classic LEGO Minifigure Head
This friendly face has been a childhood staple since it's debut in 1978.
This friendly face has been a childhood staple since it's debut in 1978.
Rubber Ducky
Rubber Ducky
Speaking of childhood staples, it doesn't get much more classic than this yellow bath-time buddy.
Speaking of childhood staples, it doesn't get much more classic than this yellow bath-time buddy.
Yellow Rain Boots
Yellow Rain Boots
Sure rain boots come in all colors, but what comes to mind when you think of one? Exactly.
Sure rain boots come in all colors, but what comes to mind when you think of one? Exactly.
Ticonderoga Pencil
Ticonderoga Pencil
The pencil. Specifically, the perfectly yellow Ticonderoga pencil. An incredibly iconic and versatile tool.
The pencil. Specifically, the perfectly yellow Ticonderoga pencil. An incredibly iconic and versatile tool.
Paper Mate Sharpwriter #2 Pencil
Paper Mate Sharpwriter #2 Pencil
Another pencil you might ask? Well this isn't just a pencil. It's the Paper Made Sharpwriter #2 pencil. An affordable, lightweight, balanced, simple pencil. Just ask Adam Savage from Mythbusters. He's got quite the opinion on this particular writing device.
Another pencil you might ask? Well this isn't just a pencil. It's the Paper Made Sharpwriter #2 pencil. An affordable, lightweight, balanced, simple pencil. Just ask Adam Savage from Mythbusters. He's got quite the opinion on this particular writing device.
Vincent van Gogh Sunflower Series
Vincent van Gogh Sunflower Series
Van Gogh painted a series of sunflowers in Arles, France, in 1888 and 1889. This series remains a testament to his innovative spirit and ability to find profound beauty and meaning in the simplest of subjects.
Yellow Taxi
Yellow Taxi
"Taxi!"
"Taxi!"
John Lemon
John Lemon
Imagine there's no lemon. It's easy if you try. No grass below us. Above us only this guy.
Imagine there's no lemon. It's easy if you try. No grass below us. Above us only this guy.
Sunflower
Sunflower
The floral symbol of summer.
The floral symbol of summer.
Woodstock
Woodstock
Any friend of Snoopy is a friend of mine.
Any friend of Snoopy is a friend of mine.
Sticky Notes
Sticky Notes
A simple but effective tool for collaboration, brain-storming, and productivity.
A simple but effective tool for collaboration, brain-storming, and productivity.
Yellow Sharpie Highlighter
Yellow Sharpie Highlighter
Objectively the best highlighter color, and we have just the blog to prove it.
Shoestring French Fries
Shoestring French Fries
Most fries are delicious, but this particular shoestring type takes the top with it's crunch to filler ratio. Whether they're dipped in sauce or ridin' solo, they're guaranteed to hit the spot.
Most fries are delicious, but this particular shoestring type takes the top with it's crunch to filler ratio. Whether they're dipped in sauce or ridin' solo, they're guaranteed to hit the spot.
Classic Smiley Face
Classic Smiley Face
What's not to love about a smiley face?
LEGO Set 375 Yellow Castle
LEGO Set 375 Yellow Castle
The first LEGO castle set, iconically known for it's yellow facade. Released in 1978, the same year the minifigure was introduced.
The first LEGO castle set, iconically known for it's yellow facade. Released in 1978, the same year the minifigure was introduced.
Corn
Corn
Corn kid, I hope I made you proud. After all, it's corn! It's got the juice!
Corn kid, I hope I made you proud. After all, it's corn! It's got the juice!
Get that corn out of my face
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