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Light Yellow

#DDF9D2

Light Yellow is a neutral light color with the hex code #DDF9D2. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 221, 249, 210 in digital design or CMYK 11%, 0%, 16%, 2% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Light Yellow Color Values

HEX
#DDF9D2
RGB
221, 249, 210
HSL
103°, 76%, 90%
CMYK
11, 0, 16, 2

About this color

Light Yellow sits at 103° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 76% saturation and 90% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.

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

When using Light Yellow in print, the CMYK breakdown of 11%, 0%, 16%, 2% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Light Yellow

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #DDF9D2;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 221, 249, 210;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#DDF9D2',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 11%
M: 0%
Y: 16%
K: 2%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(221, 249, 210)
rgba(221, 249, 210, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 103° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #DDF9D2?
#DDF9D2 is Light Yellow, a neutral light color with RGB values of 221, 249, 210. It has a hue of 103°, 76% saturation, and 90% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #DDF9D2?
The RGB color code for #DDF9D2 is rgb(221, 249, 210). This means it contains 221 red, 249 green, and 210 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Light Yellow a warm or cool color?
Light Yellow (#DDF9D2) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.
How do I use #DDF9D2 in CSS?
You can use #DDF9D2 in CSS with: background-color: #DDF9D2; or color: #DDF9D2; or as an RGB value: rgb(221, 249, 210). For print design, use CMYK: 11%, 0%, 16%, 2%.