#99BD56 Hex Color
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This bright, acidic lime green carries strong yellow undertones that prevent it from feeling too sterile. Because it is highly saturated, #99bd56 works best as an accent color rather than a large-scale background. It pairs well with deep charcoal or slate greys for a balanced look. The hex code is #99bd56, and black text provides high contrast for accessibility in interface designs.
Questions about #99bd56
What is #99bd56 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #99bd56 is rgb(153, 189, 86), in HSL hsl(81, 44%, 54%) and in CMYK 19%, 0%, 54%, 26%.
How can I balance the high saturation of #99bd56 in a design?
#99bd56 is quite bold, so it is most effective when used sparingly as an accent for buttons or icons. To keep it grounded, pair it with deep, muted tones like charcoal or slate, which let the lime pop without overwhelming the layout.
Is #99bd56 readable on white or black?
#99bd56 has a 2.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.76:1 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.