#96AB5D Hex Color

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#96ab5d is a soft, muted yellow-green with pastel quality and earthy undertones. Its low saturation creates a peaceful, dependable mood suited to spring branding, nature graphics, baby products, and game interfaces. Use it as a supporting tone beside navy or warm cream; black text reads clearly on this color. The hex code is #96ab5d.

Questions about #96ab5d

What is #96ab5d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #96ab5d is rgb(150, 171, 93), in HSL hsl(76, 32%, 52%) and in CMYK 12%, 0%, 46%, 33%. Browse more shades of green with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #96ab5d?
#96ab5d pairs well with navy, warm cream, charcoal, and muted earth tones because its soft yellow-green base benefits from deep contrast, gentle neutrals, and grounded colors without losing its calm character. Use navy for structure and warm cream for a softer natural feel.
Is #96ab5d a warm or cool color?
#96ab5d reads as a gently warm yellow-green because its hue leans toward yellow rather than blue, while its muted saturation and earthy undertones keep the overall impression soft, balanced, and natural. It suits spring, botanical, and calm product palettes without appearing overly bright.
Is #96ab5d readable on white or black?
#96ab5d has a 2.53:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.28:1 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.