#AADE87 Hex Color
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This pale, high-saturation lime feels soft yet energetic. Because it is so light, #aade87 works best as a primary background for spring-themed UI or soft brand identities. It offers enough contrast for readable black text, making it a practical choice for interfaces. Pair this hex code with dark charcoal or plum to keep the composition grounded instead of washed out.
Questions about #aade87
What is #aade87 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #aade87 is rgb(170, 222, 135), in HSL hsl(96, 57%, 70%) and in CMYK 23%, 0%, 39%, 13%.
What colors pair well with #aade87 for text or accents?
Is #aade87 readable on white or black?
#aade87 has a 1.55:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.50:1 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.