#8AB17D Hex Color
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This muted, pastel lime green carries a soft, organic quality suitable for backgrounds or nature-themed branding. Because it sits at a balanced saturation, it avoids feeling neon or overwhelming. Pair #8ab17d with dark charcoal text to ensure high readability and contrast. The hex code is #8ab17d, a reliable choice for sustainable design projects where you need a gentle, earthy tone that remains professional.
Questions about #8ab17d
What is #8ab17d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8ab17d is rgb(138, 177, 125), in HSL hsl(105, 25%, 59%) and in CMYK 22%, 0%, 29%, 31%.
What colors pair well with #8ab17d for a balanced design?
Pair #8ab17d with charcoal or deep slate tones to provide the necessary contrast for text readability. For a softer, earthy palette, it works beautifully alongside terracotta or warm beige, which highlight its organic and gentle pastel characteristics.
Is #8ab17d readable on white or black?
#8ab17d has a 2.42:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.66:1 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.