#97EF99 Hex Color
A vibrant and energetic neon green
High-saturation and light, #97ef99 is a bright, neon-adjacent green with a distinct, sparkling quality. This shade can overwhelm large areas, so it serves best as an energetic accent color in UI design. It pairs effectively with deep charcoals to create a modern, high-contrast look. Black text reads clearly over this hex code, making it a reliable choice for readable call-to-action buttons in sustainable or organic branding.
Questions about #97ef99
What is #97ef99 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #97ef99 is rgb(151, 239, 153), in HSL hsl(121, 73%, 76%) and in CMYK 37%, 0%, 36%, 6%.
What colors pair well with #97ef99 in a design?
Because #97ef99 is so intense, it pairs best with neutral, high-contrast anchors like charcoal or matte black to prevent visual fatigue. Using it against desaturated, earthy tones can also ground the neon quality for a balanced, sustainable aesthetic.
Is #97ef99 readable on white or black?
#97ef99 has a 1.38:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.12:1 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.