#97EA60 Hex Color
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#97ea60 is a bright, highly saturated lime shade with a light, glowing finish and yellow-green undertones. Its fresh energy suits nature branding, sports graphics, gaming interfaces, and energy drink packaging. Use it as a 10% accent against charcoal or deep violet, since its brightness can overwhelm large backgrounds. The hex code #97ea60 supports readable black text.
Questions about #97ea60
What is #97ea60 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #97ea60 is rgb(151, 234, 96), in HSL hsl(96, 77%, 65%) and in CMYK 35%, 0%, 59%, 8%.
What colors pair well with #97ea60?
Charcoal and deep violet pair well with #97ea60, giving its bright lime tone a grounded or dramatic backdrop while preserving its energy. Use the lime as a small accent rather than a dominant background.
What mood does #97ea60 create?
#97ea60 creates a lively, youthful mood because its glowing lime appearance combines green's natural freshness with strong yellow energy. It fits active, playful visuals, especially when balanced by charcoal, deep violet, or another dark neutral.
Is #97ea60 readable on white or black?
#97ea60 has a 1.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.25:1 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.