#BBDD22 Hex Color
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#bbdd22 is a bright, high-saturation lime with a yellow-green cast and a glowing, energetic finish. Its fresh character suits nature brands, energy drinks, sports graphics, and gaming interfaces. Use it as a focused accent beside near-black tones rather than a full-page background. The hex code #bbdd22 also supports clear black text with about 13.5:1 contrast.
Questions about #bbdd22
What is #bbdd22 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bbdd22 is rgb(187, 221, 34), in HSL hsl(71, 73%, 50%) and in CMYK 15%, 0%, 85%, 13%.
What colors pair well with #bbdd22?
#bbdd22 pairs best with near-black neutrals, dark blue, and muted purple because restrained, darker partners balance its high saturation, yellow-green brightness, and energetic visual weight without competing for attention in layouts. Use those darker tones for text, framing, or broad areas, and reserve lime for accents.
Is #bbdd22 readable on white or black?
#bbdd22 has a 1.55:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.47:1 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.