All you need to know about Chartreuse.

Find out what the color means and how you can pair it with other colors to achieve beautiful results.

Chartreuse Color Guide: Bold, Vibrant, and Full of Energy

Chartreuse (#DFFF00) is a striking yellow-green color that lies between yellow and green on the color wheel. Named after a French liqueur, Chartreuse blends the vigor of green with the brightness of yellow, symbolizing liveliness, joy, and vitality.

Symbolism and Appeal of Chartreuse (#DFFF00)

Chartreuse evokes a sense of excitement and energy. Its vibrant nature makes it a color that stands out and attracts attention. It’s associated with vitality, new beginnings, and youthfulness, making it an ideal choice for designs that aim to capture energy and fun.

Perfect Pairings with Chartreuse (#DFFF00)

For a bold, dynamic look, pair Chartreuse (#DFFF00) with Orange (#FFA500) and Royal Blue (#4169E1) for an eye-catching, high-energy palette.

For a more subdued contrast, combine Chartreuse (#DFFF00) with muted colors like Olive (#808000) or Cool Grays (#8C92AC) to balance its vibrancy while maintaining an energetic feel.

Chartreuse Color Specifications

Hex Code: #DFFF00 – A lively and dynamic yellow-green, perfect for creating energetic and bold designs.

Color conversion

HEX
#DFFF00

RGB DECIMAL
223, 255, 0

RGB PERCENTAGE
0.9, 1.0, 0.0

HSL
67.5, 1.0, 0.5, 1.0

HSV
67.5, 1.0, 1.0

CMYK
0.1, 0.0, 1.0, 0.0

LAB
94.8, -34.5, 91.7

NUMBER
14679808

LUMINANCE
0.87

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