#088E04 Hex Color
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The hex code #088e04 is a saturated, bright green with a slight yellow cast and enough depth for grounded layouts. Its strong chroma brings energy and attention to calls to action, eco branding, pharmacy interfaces, or garden-focused accents. Use it as a supporting color or small accent; black text offers about 4.9:1 contrast for WCAG AA body text.
Questions about #088e04
What is #088e04 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #088e04 is rgb(8, 142, 4), in HSL hsl(118, 95%, 29%) and in CMYK 94%, 0%, 97%, 44%.
What colors pair well with #088e04?
#088e04 pairs well with charcoal, warm cream, and terracotta, which temper its high saturation while keeping its energy and slight yellow cast legible within a softer, warmer overall design palette. Use cream for breathing room and terracotta as a restrained complementary accent in brand palettes, packaging, or editorial layouts.
When should #088e04 be used as an accent instead of a background?
#088e04 usually works best as a strong accent, action color, or supporting brand tone rather than a full-page background because its high saturation draws attention quickly and can make large areas feel visually loud. Pair it with quieter neutrals to preserve hierarchy.
Is #088e04 readable on white or black?
#088e04 has a 4.30:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.88:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.