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Canary

#BDFC9C

Canary is a neutral light color with the hex code #BDFC9C. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 189, 252, 156 in digital design or CMYK 25%, 0%, 38%, 1% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Canary Color Values

HEX
#BDFC9C
RGB
189, 252, 156
HSL
99°, 94%, 80%
CMYK
25, 0, 38, 1

About this color

Canary sits at 99° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 94% 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%, 38%, 1% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Canary

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #BDFC9C;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 189, 252, 156;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#BDFC9C',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 25%
M: 0%
Y: 38%
K: 1%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(189, 252, 156)
rgba(189, 252, 156, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 99° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #BDFC9C?
#BDFC9C is Canary, a neutral light color with RGB values of 189, 252, 156. It has a hue of 99°, 94% saturation, and 80% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #BDFC9C?
The RGB color code for #BDFC9C is rgb(189, 252, 156). This means it contains 189 red, 252 green, and 156 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Canary a warm or cool color?
Canary (#BDFC9C) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.
How do I use #BDFC9C in CSS?
You can use #BDFC9C in CSS with: background-color: #BDFC9C; or color: #BDFC9C; or as an RGB value: rgb(189, 252, 156). For print design, use CMYK: 25%, 0%, 38%, 1%.