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Canary

#BCFB9D

Canary is a neutral light color with the hex code #BCFB9D. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 188, 251, 157 in digital design or CMYK 25%, 0%, 37%, 2% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Canary Color Values

HEX
#BCFB9D
RGB
188, 251, 157
HSL
100°, 92%, 80%
CMYK
25, 0, 37, 2

About this color

Canary sits at 100° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 92% saturation and 80% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.

In digital design, neutral colors like Canary work well for typography, interface elements, and maintaining balance. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Canary in print, the CMYK breakdown of 25%, 0%, 37%, 2% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Canary

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #BCFB9D;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 188, 251, 157;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#BCFB9D',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 25%
M: 0%
Y: 37%
K: 2%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(188, 251, 157)
rgba(188, 251, 157, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 100° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #BCFB9D?
#BCFB9D is Canary, a neutral light color with RGB values of 188, 251, 157. It has a hue of 100°, 92% saturation, and 80% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #BCFB9D?
The RGB color code for #BCFB9D is rgb(188, 251, 157). This means it contains 188 red, 251 green, and 157 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Canary a warm or cool color?
Canary (#BCFB9D) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.
How do I use #BCFB9D in CSS?
You can use #BCFB9D in CSS with: background-color: #BCFB9D; or color: #BCFB9D; or as an RGB value: rgb(188, 251, 157). For print design, use CMYK: 25%, 0%, 37%, 2%.