#9FBA5B Hex Color
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This muted, pastel lime carries strong yellow undertones that keep it feeling organic rather than synthetic. Because of its approachable, desaturated quality, #9fba5b functions best as a soft supporting tone rather than a dominant background. It pairs exceptionally well with charcoal or deep slate, which anchors its lighter energy. The hex code for this color is #9fba5b, and it maintains enough contrast for accessible black text.
Questions about #9fba5b
What is #9fba5b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9fba5b is rgb(159, 186, 91), in HSL hsl(77, 41%, 54%) and in CMYK 15%, 0%, 51%, 27%.
What colors pair best with #9fba5b?
#9fba5b pairs exceptionally well with charcoal or deep slate tones, which anchor the color's lighter energy. Using these darker neutrals creates a professional, grounded contrast that keeps the overall design from feeling too washed out or synthetic.
Is #9fba5b readable on white or black?
#9fba5b has a 2.17:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.64:1 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.