#86C7A5 Hex Color
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Reach for #86c7a5 when a design needs a soft green background with a fresh, gentle feel. This pastel green is light and unsaturated, so it suits spring themes, baby products, and eco branding without shouting. Pair it with charcoal or deep navy for contrast. Black text passes WCAG AA on this hex code, reading at about 10.7:1.
Questions about #86c7a5
What is #86c7a5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #86c7a5 is rgb(134, 199, 165), in HSL hsl(149, 37%, 65%) and in CMYK 33%, 0%, 17%, 22%.
What colors pair well with #86c7a5?
#86c7a5 pairs well with deep navy for a grounded, trustworthy palette, or with terracotta for a warmer, earthy mix. Both give the light green enough contrast to stand out.
Is #86c7a5 readable on white or black?
#86c7a5 has a 1.95:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.72:1 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.