#668718 Hex Color
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This desaturated lime green balances natural earthiness with a distinct, muted energy. It works well as a grounding accent rather than a dominant background, as its low saturation can feel heavy if overused. Pair it with soft creams or warm charcoal for a balanced look. The hex code #668718 supports black text comfortably, ensuring sufficient contrast for readability in UI design.
Questions about #668718
What is #668718 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #668718 is rgb(102, 135, 24), in HSL hsl(78, 70%, 31%) and in CMYK 24%, 0%, 82%, 47%.
What colors pair best with #668718?
#668718 works best when balanced against neutral, high-contrast tones like charcoal or soft off-white. Using it alongside warmer, muted tones prevents the green from feeling too clinical, allowing the natural, earthy quality of the hue to really stand out in your design.
Is #668718 suitable for body text or web UI?
While #668718 provides a unique aesthetic, it should generally be reserved for buttons, borders, or graphical accents rather than large blocks of body text. Its saturation level can strain the eyes during long reading sessions, so pair it with dark text to maintain necessary contrast.
Is #668718 readable on white or black?
#668718 has a 4.16:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.04:1 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.