#A9BBA1 Hex Color
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This dusty, pastel lime offers a grounded, gentle aesthetic perfect for modern UI backgrounds. Because it is highly unsaturated, it creates a calm canvas that avoids overwhelming the eye. The hex code is #a9bba1. Pair it with deep charcoal or muted berry tones to add definition. Black text reads clearly over this shade, offering a 10.3:1 contrast ratio that ensures excellent accessibility for small body copy.
Questions about #a9bba1
What is #a9bba1 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a9bba1 is rgb(169, 187, 161), in HSL hsl(102, 16%, 68%) and in CMYK 10%, 0%, 14%, 27%. Browse more shades of green with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #a9bba1?
Deep neutrals like charcoal or warm terracotta create excellent contrast against this muted lime. You can also pair #a9bba1 with soft mauve or muted berry tones to introduce a balanced, sophisticated warmth to your UI layout.
Is #a9bba1 readable on white or black?
#a9bba1 has a 2.03:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.30:1 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.