#99A88C Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated lime reads as a gentle neutral rather than a bright green. Because it carries a significant gray undertone, #99a88c works best as a supporting background or a secondary accent. Pair it with charcoal or deep navy for contrast, as black text reads clearly on this shade. This hex code provides a sophisticated, muted alternative for nature-inspired design palettes.
Questions about #99a88c
What is #99a88c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #99a88c is rgb(153, 168, 140), in HSL hsl(92, 14%, 60%) and in CMYK 9%, 0%, 17%, 34%.
What colors pair well with #99a88c for a professional design?
Is #99a88c readable on white or black?
#99a88c has a 2.51:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.33:1 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.