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Honeydew

#DCF2D9

Honeydew is a neutral light color with the hex code #DCF2D9. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 220, 242, 217 in digital design or CMYK 9%, 0%, 10%, 5% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Honeydew Color Values

HEX
#DCF2D9
RGB
220, 242, 217
HSL
113°, 49%, 90%
CMYK
9, 0, 10, 5

About this color

Honeydew sits at 113° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 49% saturation and 90% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

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

When using Honeydew in print, the CMYK breakdown of 9%, 0%, 10%, 5% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Honeydew

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #DCF2D9;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 220, 242, 217;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#DCF2D9',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 9%
M: 0%
Y: 10%
K: 5%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(220, 242, 217)
rgba(220, 242, 217, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

3 brand s with colors near 113° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #DCF2D9?
#DCF2D9 is Honeydew, a neutral light color with RGB values of 220, 242, 217. It has a hue of 113°, 49% saturation, and 90% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #DCF2D9?
The RGB color code for #DCF2D9 is rgb(220, 242, 217). This means it contains 220 red, 242 green, and 217 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Honeydew a warm or cool color?
Honeydew (#DCF2D9) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.
How do I use #DCF2D9 in CSS?
You can use #DCF2D9 in CSS with: background-color: #DCF2D9; or color: #DCF2D9; or as an RGB value: rgb(220, 242, 217). For print design, use CMYK: 9%, 0%, 10%, 5%.