#CAFFAE Hex Color
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#caffae is a high-key, luminous lime that leans heavily into yellow undertones. Because it is so light, it functions best as an accent color rather than a primary background, where it can easily appear washed out. Pair this neon-leaning pastel with dark charcoal or deep navy text for maximum readability. The hex code for this bright, spring-inspired shade is #caffae.
Questions about #caffae
What is #caffae in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #caffae is rgb(202, 255, 174), in HSL hsl(99, 100%, 84%) and in CMYK 21%, 0%, 32%, 0%.
How can I use #caffae without it washing out?
What makes #caffae distinct from a standard neon green?
This hex color leans heavily into yellow undertones, giving it a luminous, spring-inspired quality that feels softer than traditional neon. It sits in the space between a bright pastel and a true fluorescent, requiring careful placement in design.
Is #caffae readable on white or black?
#caffae has a 1.13:1 contrast ratio on white and 18.42:1 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.