#BDE577 Hex Color

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Hex color #bde577 graphic
The hex color #bde577 is a light, yellow-leaning green with lively saturation and a glowing finish. It suits nature branding, energy drinks, sports graphics, and playful game interfaces. Use it as a supporting tone or accent beside charcoal, where black text remains highly readable. The hex code for this color is #bde577.

Questions about #bde577

What is #bde577 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bde577 is rgb(189, 229, 119), in HSL hsl(82, 68%, 68%) and in CMYK 17%, 0%, 48%, 10%.
What colors pair well with #bde577?
#bde577 pairs well with charcoal, navy, and muted earthy colors, which ground its bright yellow-green energy. Use it as an accent against dark neutrals or combine it with softer greens for a fresh, nature-focused palette.
Is #bde577 warm or cool?
#bde577 reads as a warm yellow-green because its green base leans noticeably toward yellow, giving it a sunny, energetic character rather than the blue freshness of mint or teal. That warmth suits lively nature, wellness, and sports-oriented visual accents.
Is #bde577 readable on white or black?
#bde577 has a 1.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.63:1 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.