#B5C99A Hex Color
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This pastel lime is highly desaturated with a light, airy quality that keeps designs feeling fresh and clean. Because it is so muted, it functions best as a supporting background rather than a bold accent. The hex code for this shade is #b5c99a. Pair it with deep charcoals to create strong contrast, or mix it with soft neutrals when you want a break from standard mixing pink palettes.
Questions about #b5c99a
What is #b5c99a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b5c99a is rgb(181, 201, 154), in HSL hsl(86, 30%, 70%) and in CMYK 10%, 0%, 23%, 21%.
What colors pair well with #b5c99a?
#b5c99a functions best as a neutral, making it an excellent partner for charcoal or deep navy when you need high-contrast text. It also works well with soft creams or warm whites for a breezy, organic, and earthy aesthetic.
Is #b5c99a considered a warm or cool color?
#b5c99a leans toward a warm, yellow-based undertone due to its lime roots, though its high desaturation keeps the temperature feeling balanced and neutral. This makes it more versatile than a vibrant, acidic green, which can be difficult to use in layouts.
Is #b5c99a readable on white or black?
#b5c99a has a 1.78:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.78:1 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.