#8BB27D Hex Color
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This unsaturated lime green offers a gentle, organic quality that feels grounded. It pairs well with charcoal grays, creating a modern and clean aesthetic. Because it sits in a mid-tone range, use this color as a 30 percent accent rather than a dominant base. The hex code for this shade is #8bb27d, which provides an excellent 8.8:1 contrast ratio with black text.
Questions about #8bb27d
What is #8bb27d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8bb27d is rgb(139, 178, 125), in HSL hsl(104, 26%, 59%) and in CMYK 22%, 0%, 30%, 30%.
What design aesthetic works best with #8bb27d?
This color excels in modern, organic designs where a muted, natural feel is required. Because it is a mid-tone green, it functions perfectly as a 30 percent accent against charcoal or dark gray backgrounds to create a clean, sophisticated look.
Is #8bb27d readable on white or black?
#8bb27d has a 2.39:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.76:1 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.