#9ABC88 Hex Color
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#9abc88 is a soft, muted lime with gray undertones and a light, pastel finish. Its gentle character suits spring branding, nature themes, baby products, and calming UI backgrounds. Use it as a supporting tone with charcoal or deep plum; black text remains highly readable. The hex code for this fresh lime shade is #9abc88.
Questions about #9abc88
What is #9abc88 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9abc88 is rgb(154, 188, 136), in HSL hsl(99, 28%, 64%) and in CMYK 18%, 0%, 28%, 26%.
What colors pair well with #9abc88?
#9abc88 pairs well with charcoal, deep plum, and warm neutrals, giving its muted lime base contrast while preserving a soft, natural character in branding, interfaces, editorial layouts, and packaging. Use the darkest pairing for headings, borders, or controls.
Does #9abc88 look warm or cool?
#9abc88 reads as a soft, neutral-to-gently cool lime because its green base is softened by gray rather than pushed toward yellow, giving it a calm springlike feel without a strong warm cast. It works well beside warm beige or terracotta.
Is #9abc88 readable on white or black?
#9abc88 has a 2.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.92:1 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.