#C6E289 Hex Color
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This pastel lime has high lightness and moderate saturation, creating a fresh and glowing appearance. Because it maintains strong contrast, #c6e289 works well as a background color for readable black text. It functions best as an accent in spring-themed designs or nature-focused branding. For a more sophisticated look, pair it with soft pinks to learn what colors make pink work harmoniously. The hex code is #c6e289.
Questions about #c6e289
What is #c6e289 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c6e289 is rgb(198, 226, 137), in HSL hsl(79, 61%, 71%) and in CMYK 12%, 0%, 39%, 11%.
What colors pair well with #c6e289?
#c6e289 balances beautifully against deep, neutral tones like charcoal or slate, which provide the necessary contrast to keep it readable. For a softer, warmer palette, try pairing this lime with dusty rose or light mauve accents.
Is #c6e289 suitable for text on a white background?
Using #c6e289 as a text color on white is not recommended because the high lightness value creates poor contrast, leading to significant accessibility issues. It functions much better as an accent, a button background, or a decorative graphic element.
Is #c6e289 readable on white or black?
#c6e289 has a 1.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.64:1 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.