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Honeydew

#DDEEDE

Honeydew is a cool light color with the hex code #DDEEDE. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 221, 238, 222 in digital design or CMYK 7%, 0%, 7%, 7% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Honeydew Color Values

HEX
#DDEEDE
RGB
221, 238, 222
HSL
124°, 33%, 90%
CMYK
7, 0, 7, 7

About this color

Honeydew sits at 124° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 33% saturation and 90% lightness, this moderately saturated light hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, cool colors like Honeydew work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Honeydew in print, the CMYK breakdown of 7%, 0%, 7%, 7% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Honeydew

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #DDEEDE;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 221, 238, 222;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#DDEEDE',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 7%
M: 0%
Y: 7%
K: 7%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(221, 238, 222)
rgba(221, 238, 222, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

3 brand s with colors near 124° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #DDEEDE?
#DDEEDE is Honeydew, a cool light color with RGB values of 221, 238, 222. It has a hue of 124°, 33% saturation, and 90% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #DDEEDE?
The RGB color code for #DDEEDE is rgb(221, 238, 222). This means it contains 221 red, 238 green, and 222 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Honeydew a warm or cool color?
Honeydew (#DDEEDE) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #DDEEDE in CSS?
You can use #DDEEDE in CSS with: background-color: #DDEEDE; or color: #DDEEDE; or as an RGB value: rgb(221, 238, 222). For print design, use CMYK: 7%, 0%, 7%, 7%.