#9DBE8D Hex Color
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The hex code for this shade is #9dbe8d, a light, dusty lime with gray undertones and low saturation. Its soft, youthful character suits spring branding, nature themes, baby products, and gentle game interfaces. Use it as a supporting tone with warm cream or deep brown. Black text reaches about 10.2:1 contrast, making it effective for accessible backgrounds.
Questions about #9dbe8d
What is #9dbe8d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9dbe8d is rgb(157, 190, 141), in HSL hsl(100, 27%, 65%) and in CMYK 17%, 0%, 26%, 25%.
What colors pair well with #9dbe8d?
#9dbe8d pairs with warm cream for a soft, natural palette, while charcoal or deep brown gives stronger contrast; muted terracotta adds warmth without overpowering the dusty lime.
Does #9dbe8d read as warm or cool?
#9dbe8d reads as a gently cool green because its lime base is softened by gray undertones, though warm cream, tan, or brown pairings can make the overall palette feel welcoming.
Is #9dbe8d readable on white or black?
#9dbe8d has a 2.06:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.18:1 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.