What Color is Pear
Pear is a high-voltage mix of yellow and green that delivers a sour visual punch. It captures the essence of early spring growth and synthetic innovation. This shade is unapologetically bright, serving as a visual stimulant.
Additional Information
- Color Family: Yellow
- Temperature: Warm
- Associated Season: Spring
- Complementary Color: #4332E2
- Brightness: 201/255
- Saturation: 78%
Colors That Pair Well With Pear
Complementary
Pair with Dark Blue for a harmonious, balanced look. Great for backgrounds and accents.
High Contrast
Use Dark Blue 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)
Pear History
Historically, obtaining a stable, bright yellow-green was difficult, often requiring the mixing of fugitive lake pigments or toxic arsenic-based Orpiment. It wasn't until the synthesis of Cadmium and later azo dyes in the 19th and 20th centuries that this electric intensity became permanent.
This hue rose to prominence during the Psychedelic movement of the 1960s, defying traditional color harmony. It found a second life in the digital age, symbolizing radioactive energy and the high-tech aesthetic of the 1990s rave culture.
Meaning & Psychology
Psychologically, this color is the visual equivalent of a caffeine rush, promoting alertness and mental activity. Because it sits at the peak of human spectral sensitivity, it can create a sense of anxiety or nausea if applied to large walls.
Culturally, it straddles the line between freshness and danger, often seen in health foods or biohazard warning signs. It projects an audacious attitude that appeals to youth brands while repelling more traditional, conservative demographics.
In Nature
In the wild, this specific shade appears on the skin of ripening Anjou pears and the wings of certain moths. It is the color of fresh chlorophyll seen in sunlight filtering through new birch leaves, and acts as a warning signal on the skin of toxic amphibians.
How To Use Pear
In design, Pear functions best as a disruptive accent against dark neutrals like charcoal or navy. It draws the eye instantly, making it perfect for call-to-action buttons, but it will overwhelm the viewer if used as a primary background.
For accessibility, never use white text on top of this color; the contrast ratio is insufficient and causes strain. Instead, use heavy black ink for typography to anchor the vibration of the hue.
Related Words
Curated Palettes
Cyber Citrus
A high-contrast, tech-focused palette ideal for dark mode interfaces.
Orchard Harvest
An organic grouping simulating the ripening process of fruit.
Acid Pop
A vibrant, clashing arrangement suited for brutalist design or maximalism.
Color Conversions
Color Blindness Simulation
CSS Snippets
color: #D1E231;
color: rgb(209, 226, 49);
background-color: #D1E231;
border: 3px solid #D1E231;
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px #D1E23166;
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #D1E231 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 Pear?
Explore color palettes containing Pear and discover harmonious combinations for your designs.
Analogous
Split-complementary
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I use Pear in CSS?
You can use Pear in CSS with its hex code. Here is an example class:
.pear {
background-color: #D1E231;
color: #FFFFFF;
}For more snippets including gradients, see the CSS snippets section.