#ADBF60 Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
This muted, chartreuse yellow-green lands squarely between citrus and olive. Because it is highly saturated, #adbf60 works best as a vibrant accent color rather than a large background block, where it can overwhelm a layout. It pairs unexpectedly well with deep charcoal or slate greys. The hex code #adbf60 offers enough contrast for readable black text, making it a functional choice for playful, youth-oriented branding.
Questions about #adbf60
What is #adbf60 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #adbf60 is rgb(173, 191, 96), in HSL hsl(71, 43%, 56%) and in CMYK 9%, 0%, 50%, 25%.
What colors pair well with #adbf60?
The muted, high-saturation nature of #adbf60 creates a striking contrast when paired with charcoal or deep slate greys, which anchor its brightness. It also functions well alongside warm neutrals to balance the intensity without losing its playful, energetic character.
Is #adbf60 suitable for text?
Use #adbf60 cautiously for text as its brightness often lacks sufficient contrast against white or light backgrounds. It performs best as a bold graphic accent, a button color, or a highlight, ensuring that essential content remains readable while maintaining a fun, modern aesthetic.
Is #adbf60 readable on white or black?
#adbf60 has a 2.01:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.39:1 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.