#85C136 Hex Color
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Bright and highly saturated, #85c136 is a yellow-leaning green with a fresh, energetic feel. Its clear intensity suits highlights, calls to action, sports graphics, and gaming accents, but can feel harsh across large surfaces. Use the hex code #85c136 as a small accent beside charcoal or deep navy; black text reaches about 9.7:1 contrast for readable body copy.
Questions about #85c136
What is #85c136 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #85c136 is rgb(133, 193, 54), in HSL hsl(86, 56%, 48%) and in CMYK 31%, 0%, 72%, 24%.
Does #85c136 work with black text?
Yes, #85c136 works well with black text, providing about a 9.7:1 contrast ratio and exceeding WCAG AA’s 4.5:1 threshold for normal body text on labels, buttons, and other interface copy. White text provides much less contrast here.
What colors pair well with #85c136?
#85c136 pairs well with deep navy or charcoal, which temper its yellow-green brightness, add visual weight, and make its energetic accent feel more controlled in interface and branding palettes with strong visual hierarchy. Warm off-white space helps keep the combination clear.
Where should #85c136 be used in a design?
Use #85c136 as a focused accent for buttons, badges, highlight bars, sports marks, and game interfaces, where its high saturation draws attention without overwhelming a full layout or long reading section. Pair it with darker neutrals when the interface needs more restraint.
Is #85c136 readable on white or black?
#85c136 has a 2.16:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.67:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.