lemonyellow

Lemon yellow is a bright, warm shade of yellow that evokes the color of the lemon fruit’s rind. In color naming, it is used to describe a vivid, highly saturated yellow with strong brightness. In digital media it often maps to sRGB values around hex #FFF44F, though there is no single universal standard; variations may range from roughly #FFF400 to #FDE910 depending on the source.

The term derives from the fruit it resembles. Lemon yellow is not a formal CSS color name, but a descriptive label used in design palettes, paint catalogs, and branding. It is sometimes grouped with related tones such as canary yellow or lemon chiffon in various naming systems.

In pigments and printing, lemon yellow has historically referred to bright yellow pigments such as cadmium lemon or other azo and organic yellows. Reproducing lemon yellow in print or digital media may require careful selection of pigments or process colors to achieve the intended brightness and saturation while maintaining color stability.

Usage and symbolism associated with lemon yellow include energy, freshness, and optimism. It is commonly employed in logos, packaging, and signage to attract attention. In interface and graphic design, it is often used as an accent color but should be paired with sufficiently dark or neutral colors to preserve legibility and accessibility.

Variations of lemon yellow sit around hue 60° in color space, with high saturation and moderate to high lightness. Designers note that its strong brightness can impact contrast, so contrast ratios should be checked when used for text or important UI elements.