#C1ED90 Hex Color
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This pastel lime is a high-key, luminous green with distinct yellow undertones. Because it is so light, it works best as an accent or a playful button color rather than a large background, where it can appear washed out. Pair #c1ed90 with deep charcoals or navy for strong, readable contrast. The hex code is #c1ed90, a shade that supports excellent legibility when using black text.
Questions about #c1ed90
What is #c1ed90 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c1ed90 is rgb(193, 237, 144), in HSL hsl(88, 72%, 75%) and in CMYK 19%, 0%, 39%, 7%.
What is the best way to use #c1ed90 in UI design?
Because #c1ed90 is so light and luminous, it serves best as a small-scale accent or action button rather than a primary background color. Use it alongside deep navy or charcoal text to maintain strong, readable contrast that guides the user eye.
Does #c1ed90 have warm or cool undertones?
This shade carries distinct yellow undertones, which gives it a warm, energetic, and citrus-like quality compared to cooler, blue-leaning mints. This warmth makes it particularly effective for playful branding or spring-themed designs where you want to evoke a friendly, natural aesthetic.
Is #c1ed90 readable on white or black?
#c1ed90 has a 1.33:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.78:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.