What Color is Lemon meringue
Lemon meringue is a delicate blend of pale yellow and cream, evoking the airy peaks of the famous dessert. It possesses a luminous quality that brings warmth without the visual aggression of pure primary yellow. This shade bridges the gap between off-white neutrals and pastel statement colors.
What color is opposite Lemon meringue?
The opposite color to Lemon meringue is Periwinkle (#bcc8f6).
Additional Information
- Color Family: Yellow
- Temperature: Warm
- Associated Season: Summer
- Complementary Color: #BCC8F6
- Brightness: 233/255
- Saturation: 23%
Colors That Pair Well With Lemon meringue
Complementary
Pair with Periwinkle for a harmonious, balanced look. Great for backgrounds and accents.
High Contrast
Use Deep Cove 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
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Lemon meringue History
Historically, achieving this specific pale hue required mixing toxic Naples yellow with lead white to desaturate the pigment. It rose to prominence during the Rococo era, where French aristocracy favored light, frothy colors in architecture and fashion to signify leisure and frivolity. Artists like Fragonard utilized these creamy tones to capture the softness of light on silk.
The specific association with the dessert solidified in the Victorian era, as refined sugar and egg-white confections became symbols of culinary sophistication. By the mid-20th century, this shade became a cornerstone of Mid-Century modernism, famously painting the suburbs in the form of kitchen appliances, laminate countertops, and automotive finishes.
Meaning & Psychology
This shade induces feelings of optimism and gentle warmth, stimulating the mind without causing the fatigue associated with brighter yellows. Unlike neon variants which can signal danger, this creamy tone is soothing, suggesting sunlight filtered through sheer curtains or the comfort of a sweet treat.
Culturally, the color is intrinsically tied to appetite and sweetness, making it a powerful tool in culinary branding to suggest freshness. It also carries a weight of innocence, frequently appearing in gender-neutral nurseries or products intended to evoke hygiene, cleanliness, and new beginnings.
In Nature
In the natural world, this shade appears in the delicate petals of the evening primrose blooming in early spring. It is also found in the soft down of a hatchling chick, signaling vulnerability and new life to predators and parents alike. Geologically, certain types of sun-bleached limestone or sandstone exhibit this pale, buttery hue within arid environments.
How To Use Lemon meringue
Designers should utilize this color to create inviting spaces, particularly in hospitality settings like bakeries or breakfast nooks. It pairs exceptionally well with cool neutrals like slate gray or navy blue, which anchor its visual lightness and prevent the palette from looking too saccharine.
Regarding accessibility, this color has extremely low contrast against white backgrounds, making it a functional failure for typography. It must be used strictly as a background surface or a large graphical area, ensuring that any overlaying text is dark charcoal or black for proper legibility.
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Curated Palettes
French Patisserie
A sweet, airy palette inspired by macron boxes and vintage baking.
Modern Citrus
High contrast pairing for a contemporary, energetic brand identity.
Botanical Garden
Natural tones grounding the yellow with earth and leaf shades.
Color Conversions
Color Blindness Simulation
CSS Snippets
color: #F6EABE;
color: rgb(246, 234, 190);
background-color: #F6EABE;
border: 3px solid #F6EABE;
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px #F6EABE66;
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #F6EABE 0%, #ffffff 100%);
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- Material: Soft Eco Velvet.
- Feel: Velvety soft finish.
- Backing: Stone coloured back (or double-sided print).
- Print: Edge-to-edge vibrant color using water-based inks.
- Care: Machine washable at 30°C.
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What Goes With Lemon meringue?
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Accessibility
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Closest Color Matches
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Cream
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#821 • #F4DAA3
Polychromos
cream
#102 • #FFF1B6
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I use Lemon meringue in CSS?
You can use Lemon meringue in CSS with its hex code. Here is an example class:
.lemon-meringue {
background-color: #F6EABE;
color: #FFFFFF;
}For more snippets including gradients, see the CSS snippets section.