#A7BC5D Hex Color

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This mellow, golden-lime shade feels fresh and energetic. Because it sits at a medium lightness, #a7bc5d provides high legibility for text when paired with black, easily meeting accessibility standards. Use it as a secondary accent to add warmth to cooler gray palettes or spring themes. Be careful, as it can look muddy next to harsh, bright whites, so pair it with creams or soft neutrals instead.

Questions about #a7bc5d

What is #a7bc5d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a7bc5d is rgb(167, 188, 93), in HSL hsl(73, 41%, 55%) and in CMYK 11%, 0%, 51%, 26%.
Does #a7bc5d work well with neutral color schemes?
#a7bc5d acts as an excellent bridge between cool grays and warm earth tones, adding natural vibrancy without overwhelming a design. Try pairing it with soft cream or taupe backgrounds to avoid the muddy look that can occur against stark white.
Is #a7bc5d readable on white or black?
#a7bc5d has a 2.10:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.99:1 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.