#C9E56E Hex Color
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Fresh and luminous, #c9e56e is a light lime with strong saturation and a yellow-green undertone. Its glowing energy suggests growth and harmony, making it a lively choice for nature brands, sports graphics, energy drinks, and gaming interfaces. Use it as a supporting tone or bold accent, since its brightness can feel washed out beside white. Black text remains highly legible. The hex code is #c9e56e.
Questions about #c9e56e
What is #c9e56e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c9e56e is rgb(201, 229, 110), in HSL hsl(74, 70%, 66%) and in CMYK 12%, 0%, 52%, 10%.
What colors pair well with #c9e56e in a design palette?
#c9e56e pairs best with navy, charcoal, or muted terracotta, because these darker or earthier tones anchor its high lightness and yellow-green glow without competing for attention in a palette, especially for branding, dashboards, or game screens.
Does #c9e56e read as warm or cool?
#c9e56e reads as a warm-leaning lime because its green is pulled toward yellow, while its high lightness keeps the effect fresh rather than heavy in bright digital palettes and outdoor-themed work. It feels more energetic beside cool blues and more natural beside earthy browns.
Is #c9e56e readable on white or black?
#c9e56e has a 1.40:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.91:1 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.