In a few literary passages, authors deploy “custard” not merely as a dessert but as a subtle, evocative color—a creamy, warm yellow that imbues a scene with soft luminosity. For example, in one work the term appears in the striking phrase “VELVET CUSTARD” [1], suggesting a plush, sumptuous hue that envelops the reader in a comforting glow. In another whimsical instance, the playful rhyme “Cowardy, cowardy-custard” [2] hints at a light, delicate tone that, by association, underscores a character’s timidity. Even when describing the interior of a fruit as “custard-like” [3], the language invites us to imagine a visually rich, mellow yellow reminiscent of the classic custard dessert. These carefully chosen references show how the color “custard” can evoke both sensory pleasure and nuanced character traits within literary imagery.