#72A033 Hex Color
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#72a033 is a high-saturation lime green with strong yellow undertones that mimic organic growth. Because it commands attention, this hex code works best as a 10% accent rather than a dominant background color. It pairs surprisingly well with dark, desaturated charcoals for a modern, athletic look. Since black text provides excellent 6.8:1 contrast, you can use this shade for readable UI elements and bold call-to-action buttons.
Questions about #72a033
What is #72a033 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #72a033 is rgb(114, 160, 51), in HSL hsl(85, 52%, 41%) and in CMYK 29%, 0%, 68%, 37%.
Where should I use the #72a033 green in my UI design?
Use #72a033 sparingly as a high-impact accent color for call-to-action buttons or small visual elements. Because it carries such intense saturation, it works best as a 10% highlight rather than a dominant background color, which might overwhelm users.
What colors pair best with the #72a033 lime green?
Pair #72a033 with deep, desaturated tones like charcoal or dark gray to create a balanced, modern athletic aesthetic. These neutral, darker backgrounds ground the high-energy yellow undertones, making the lime green pop without straining the eyes of your visitors.
Is #72a033 readable on white or black?
#72a033 has a 3.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.79:1 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.