#A9BA9D Hex Color
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Laurel Green is a dusty, unsaturated shade with distinct gray undertones. Because it is so muted, this color performs best as a supporting tone rather than a dominant base. It pairs effectively with deep charcoal or warm terracotta to provide needed contrast. Use the hex code #a9ba9d for designs requiring a gentle, organic feel without the saturation of a standard lime green.
Questions about Laurel Green
What is the hex code for Laurel Green?
Laurel Green is #a9ba9d. In RGB that is rgb(169, 186, 157), in HSL hsl(95, 17%, 67%) and in CMYK 9%, 0%, 16%, 27%.
What colors pair best with #a9ba9d?
Laurel Green works effectively when paired with high-contrast neutrals like charcoal or warm earthy tones like terracotta. Because the green is so muted, using these darker or warmer shades creates a necessary visual anchor without overpowering the organic feel of the color.
Does #a9ba9d feel warm or cool?
This color leans slightly cool due to its distinct gray undertones, which strip away the vibrancy of a typical lime or grass green. It functions as a neutral, making it much easier to integrate into professional designs than more saturated greens.
Is Laurel Green readable on white or black?
Laurel Green has a 2.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.19:1 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.