#DDFB9E Hex Color
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#ddfb9e is a luminous, pastel lime with a prominent yellow undertone. Because this hex code is extremely light, it provides excellent contrast for black text (18.4:1 ratio), making it a functional choice for UI backgrounds. Use it to inject youthful energy into spring-themed projects. It pairs effectively with deep charcoals to ground its inherent brightness.
Questions about #ddfb9e
What is #ddfb9e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ddfb9e is rgb(221, 251, 158), in HSL hsl(79, 92%, 80%) and in CMYK 12%, 0%, 37%, 2%.
How should I use #ddfb9e in user interface design?
#ddfb9e serves best as a vibrant background color, particularly when paired with deep charcoal or near-black text to maintain high readability. Its high luminance makes it perfect for button highlights or subtle energetic UI elements that need to feel clean and modern.
Does #ddfb9e read as a cool or warm color?
This shade reads distinctly warm due to its strong yellow undertones, which push the lime away from cooler, minty greens. This warmth gives #ddfb9e a youthful, organic energy that feels more like spring sunlight than a crisp, icy botanical green.
Is #ddfb9e readable on white or black?
#ddfb9e has a 1.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 18.36:1 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.