#97C661 Hex Color

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#97c661 is a light, moderately saturated lime green with warm yellow undertones. Its fresh, glowing character suggests growth and energy without the harsh edge of neon. Use it as a supporting tone in nature, sports, gaming, or energy drink branding, paired with charcoal or deep navy. Black text reads clearly, and the hex code for this color is #97c661.

Questions about #97c661

What is #97c661 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #97c661 is rgb(151, 198, 97), in HSL hsl(88, 47%, 58%) and in CMYK 24%, 0%, 51%, 22%.
What colors pair well with #97c661?
#97c661 pairs well with charcoal, navy, and warm off-white because these partners balance its bright yellow-green warmth while preserving a fresh, natural feel in logos, interfaces, packaging, and editorial layouts. Use darker partners for text or structure, while soft neutrals keep the overall palette approachable.
Is #97c661 readable on white or black?
#97c661 has a 1.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.56:1 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.