#99AE8B Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
This dusty, unsaturated lime offers a muted alternative to standard greens. Its ashy character provides a gentle backdrop that pairs well with terracotta or warm grays for a balanced palette. Because black text remains highly legible against this tone, it works efficiently for UI layouts or modern branding. The hex code for this soft green is #99ae8b.
Questions about #99ae8b
What is #99ae8b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #99ae8b is rgb(153, 174, 139), in HSL hsl(96, 18%, 61%) and in CMYK 12%, 0%, 20%, 32%. Browse more shades of green with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #99ae8b for a balanced design?
#99ae8b functions best when paired with warm, earth-toned neutrals to ground its inherent coolness. Try combining it with terracotta to introduce a complementary contrast or soft warm gray to maintain a cohesive, sophisticated, and professional aesthetic.
Is #99ae8b readable on white or black?
#99ae8b has a 2.39:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.78:1 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.