#B4D69A Hex Color
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This pale, unsaturated lime brings an airy, delicate quality to interface designs. Because it is light and desaturated, black text remains highly readable against it, making it a reliable choice for backgrounds. Pair this shade with deep charcoals rather than pure white to avoid a washed-out look. The hex code for this color is #b4d69a. It creates a soft, clean foundation for modern minimalism.
Questions about #b4d69a
What is #b4d69a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b4d69a is rgb(180, 214, 154), in HSL hsl(94, 42%, 72%) and in CMYK 16%, 0%, 28%, 16%.
Does #b4d69a work well for interface backgrounds?
#b4d69a is an excellent choice for backgrounds because its low saturation prevents it from overpowering the interface. Because the tone is so light, black or deep charcoal text remains highly readable, ensuring your design maintains accessibility standards.
What colors pair best with #b4d69a?
Pair #b4d69a with deep, neutral tones like charcoal or slate to ground the airy quality of this pale lime. Avoid pairing it with pure white to prevent the color from looking washed out or flat in your final design composition.
Is #b4d69a readable on white or black?
#b4d69a has a 1.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.02:1 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.