#A4C494 Hex Color
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#a4c494 is a muted, desaturated lime with dusty, ashy undertones. This pastel green functions best as a supporting tone or a calm background, as it can look washed out in large, solid fields. It pairs effectively with deep charcoal grays to create a balanced, modern interface. Because black text offers high contrast against this hex code, it remains a practical choice for accessible body content.
Questions about #a4c494
What is #a4c494 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a4c494 is rgb(164, 196, 148), in HSL hsl(100, 29%, 67%) and in CMYK 16%, 0%, 24%, 23%.
What color schemes complement #a4c494?
This muted green pairs effectively with high-contrast, deep neutrals to balance its dusty, desaturated nature. It also works well alongside earthy terracotta or soft mauve to create a sophisticated, nature-inspired palette that feels both grounded and contemporary.
Is #a4c494 readable on white or black?
#a4c494 has a 1.92:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.90:1 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.