#AADC66 Hex Color
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Fresh and highly saturated, this light green shade has a glowing lime character with a sparkling, energetic feel. The hex code #aadc66 works well as a supporting tone in nature, sports, gaming, and energy drink branding. Pair it with charcoal for sharp contrast; black text remains highly readable at a 13.1:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #aadc66
What is #aadc66 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #aadc66 is rgb(170, 220, 102), in HSL hsl(85, 63%, 63%) and in CMYK 23%, 0%, 54%, 14%.
Does #aadc66 read as a warm or cool green?
#aadc66 reads as a warm-leaning green because its bright lime appearance carries a noticeable yellow undertone. That energetic bias makes it feel fresher and more lively than blue-based greens, especially in active or outdoor-focused designs.
What colors pair well with #aadc66?
#aadc66 pairs well with charcoal, which gives its bright lime hue strong definition without competing for attention. Black also creates crisp, highly readable contrast, while softer natural neutrals can temper its energetic character in calmer layouts.
Where does #aadc66 work best in design?
#aadc66 works best as an accent or supporting color in nature, sports, gaming, and energy drink branding, where its glowing lime quality can signal motion, freshness, and energy. Use it selectively when a calmer visual hierarchy is needed.
Is #aadc66 readable on white or black?
#aadc66 has a 1.59:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.13:1 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.