#85C963 Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
#85c963 is a light, moderately saturated lime green with yellow undertones and a fresh, glowing presence. Its softened brightness suggests growth and harmony without the harsh edge of neon. The hex code #85c963 suits nature branding, sports graphics, gaming accents, and energy drink packaging. Black text has strong contrast against it, supporting readable labels and small body copy.
Questions about #85c963
What is #85c963 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #85c963 is rgb(133, 201, 99), in HSL hsl(100, 49%, 59%) and in CMYK 34%, 0%, 51%, 21%. Browse more shades of green with names and hex codes.
Does black text work well on #85c963?
Black text is the clearest choice for #85c963, with about a 10.5:1 contrast ratio that exceeds WCAG AA’s 4.5:1 requirement for normal body text and supports readable labels, buttons, and interface copy.
What colors pair well with #85c963?
For #85c963, deep charcoal creates a grounded contrast, while burgundy supplies a richer red accent that complements its yellow-green undertone without making the palette feel overly bright or playful overall. Use charcoal for text or structure, and reserve burgundy for buttons, badges, or small graphic details.
Is #85c963 readable on white or black?
#85c963 has a 1.99:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.53:1 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.