#8FC79A Hex Color
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This unsaturated pastel green feels fresh and approachable, making it an excellent choice for organic branding or airy UI backgrounds. Because it maintains high contrast against black text, it works well for readable body copy. The hex code #8fc79a pairs surprisingly well with deep charcoal or muted berry tones, providing a balanced look without feeling washed out. It is a stable, gentle base for natural-themed layouts.
Questions about #8fc79a
What is #8fc79a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8fc79a is rgb(143, 199, 154), in HSL hsl(132, 33%, 67%) and in CMYK 28%, 0%, 23%, 22%.
What colors pair well with #8fc79a in a design scheme?
#8fc79a functions best when grounded by deep neutrals or earthy tones. Pairing it with charcoal or deep slate provides excellent readability for text, while muted berry or terracotta accents introduce a sophisticated contrast that prevents the green from appearing too washed out.
Is #8fc79a readable on white or black?
#8fc79a has a 1.94:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.80:1 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.