What Color is Kiwi
Kiwi is an electric representation of yellow-green that bridges the gap between biological nature and neon artificiality. It captures the zesty essence of its namesake fruit while projecting a high-voltage luminosity. This shade demands immediate attention, serving as a visual marker for vitality and rapid growth.
Additional Information
- Color Family: Yellow-Green
- Temperature: Warm
- Associated Season: Spring
- Complementary Color: #943EE5
- Brightness: 184/255
- Saturation: 72%
Colors That Pair Well With Kiwi
Complementary
Pair with Purple Heart for a harmonious, balanced look. Great for backgrounds and accents.
High Contrast
Use Purple Heart for maximum readability. Ideal for text or critical UI elements.
Harmonious Depth
Use lighter and darker shades for a sophisticated, cohesive design. Great for backgrounds, text, and subtle accents.
Color Variations
Tints (add white)
Tones (add grey)
Kiwi History
Historically, attaining such a luminous green was chemically impossible for centuries, as natural earth pigments generally produced muddy olive tones. The quest for vibrant greens led to toxic innovations like Scheele's Green in the 18th century, though safe, stable versions of this intensity only arrived with synthetic organic pigments in the mid-20th century.
This specific hue exploded in popularity during the psychedelic art movement of the 1960s, where it represented altered states of consciousness and rebellion against traditional palettes. It saw a massive resurgence in the 1980s fashion scene, becoming a staple of high-visibility sportswear and the visual culture of the early digital age.
Meaning & Psychology
Psychologically, Kiwi acts as a powerful stimulant to the nervous system, evoking feelings of boundless energy and urgency. Because it sits near the peak of human visual sensitivity, it creates a sense of alertness that can feel invigorating in small doses or anxious and abrasive in large quantities.
Culturally, this shade is synonymous with sourness, often triggering a physical anticipation of acidic flavors like lime or unripe fruit. In a modern context, it has shed its historical toxic associations to become a symbol of innovation and fresh, eco-friendly technology startups.
In Nature
While this hex code leans toward the artificial, it appears vividly in the flesh of the actinidia deliciosa, or kiwi fruit, specifically when backlighting illuminates the translucent slices. In the animal kingdom, this warning coloration is found on the skin of toxic amphibians like the Red-eyed Tree Frog and the camouflage of young caterpillars hiding among new spring vegetation.
How To Use Kiwi
In design, Kiwi functions best as a high-impact accent rather than a primary background color, as its brightness can cause eye fatigue. It is extremely effective for "Call to Action" buttons on dark mode interfaces, where it mimics the glow of a terminal screen or an electronic status light.
Strict attention must be paid to accessibility, as white text on a Kiwi background is illegible to almost all users due to low contrast ratios. To ensure compliance, pair this color with deep charcoal, navy, or black text to anchor its intense visual vibration.
Related Words
Curated Palettes
Cyber-Botanic
A high-contrast blend of technology and nature.
Vitamin C
An energetic citrus mix evoking sour flavors.
Fuzzy Exterior
Based on the cross-section of a kiwi fruit.
Color Conversions
Color Blindness Simulation
CSS Snippets
color: #8EE53F;
color: rgb(142, 229, 63);
background-color: #8EE53F;
border: 3px solid #8EE53F;
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px #8EE53F66;
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #8EE53F 0%, #ffffff 100%);
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Product Details
Add a touch of luxury to your home with our premium Eco Velvet cushions. Soft to the touch, these cushions are perfect for adding comfort and style to any room.
- Material: Soft Eco Velvet.
- Feel: Velvety soft finish.
- Print: Double-sided, all-over vibrant color using water-based inks.
- Care: Machine washable at 30°C.
- Construction: Handmade to order with a concealed zipper.
Eco Credentials
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- Made to Order: Produced only when you order, eliminating overproduction and waste.
- Water-Based Inks: Printed using neo-pigment, water-based inks that are non-hazardous, toxin-free, and vegan-friendly.
- Local Fulfilment: Produced locally where possible to reduce carbon emissions from transport.
- Vegan Friendly: No animal products are used in the production of these cushions.
What Goes With Kiwi?
Explore color palettes containing Kiwi and discover harmonious combinations for your designs.
Analogous
Complementary
Split-complementary
Triadic
Monochromatic
Accessibility
Contrast with Black and White
Contrast with Black
UI Examples
"Color is a power which directly influences the soul."
Contrast Ratio
Contrast with White
UI Examples
"Color is a power which directly influences the soul."
Contrast Ratio
Closest Color Matches
Caran d'ache Luminance 6901
Spring Green
#470 • #ABDE1D
Prismacolor
Kelp Green
#PC1090 • #738C1C
Caran d'ache Luminance 6901
Chromium Oxyde Green
#212 • #537D52
Similar Colors
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hex code for Kiwi?
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How do I use Kiwi in CSS?
You can use Kiwi in CSS with its hex code. Here is an example class:
.kiwi {
background-color: #8EE53F;
color: #FFFFFF;
}For more snippets including gradients, see the CSS snippets section.