#B0CA89 Hex Color
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#b0ca89 is a desaturated, pale lime with a delicate, milky quality. It feels airy and soft, making it an excellent choice for backgrounds where you need a gentle, approachable vibe without overwhelming the content. Pair this shade with dark charcoal text to ensure maximum readability. Because it is light and unsaturated, it serves best as a base color for clean, minimalist designs or baby products.
Questions about #b0ca89
What is #b0ca89 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b0ca89 is rgb(176, 202, 137), in HSL hsl(84, 38%, 66%) and in CMYK 13%, 0%, 32%, 21%.
What colors pair well with #b0ca89 in a design palette?
#b0ca89 works best when anchored by high-contrast neutrals. Pair it with deep charcoal for text to maintain readability, or use soft terracotta accents to introduce a subtle, earthy warmth that complements its airy nature without overwhelming the design.
Is #b0ca89 readable on white or black?
#b0ca89 has a 1.80:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.65:1 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.