#99AB6F Hex Color
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This muted lime green possesses a gentle, unsaturated quality that feels grounded rather than electric. Because of its low chroma, #99ab6f works effectively as a calm base color for interfaces requiring a soft, organic aesthetic. It maintains excellent readability with black text, making it a reliable choice for typography and UI backgrounds that avoid visual fatigue.
Questions about #99ab6f
What is #99ab6f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #99ab6f is rgb(153, 171, 111), in HSL hsl(78, 26%, 55%) and in CMYK 11%, 0%, 35%, 33%.
What colors pair well with #99ab6f in a design layout?
#99ab6f works best when grounded by neutral tones. Pair it with charcoal for high-contrast, readable typography or soft cream to enhance its organic, natural feel. Using a deep navy accent can also create a professional, modern balance.
Is #99ab6f readable on white or black?
#99ab6f has a 2.49:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.40:1 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.