#C6F79B Hex Color
Refreshing pastel lime with energetic undertones
#c6f79b is a luminous, pastel lime with high lightness and soft, energetic yellow undertones. Because it sits on the brighter side of the spectrum, it works effectively as a playful accent or a fresh background for spring-themed branding. Since black text provides excellent 17.2:1 contrast against this shade, it remains highly legible for UI elements and small, detailed type.
Questions about #c6f79b
What is #c6f79b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c6f79b is rgb(198, 247, 155), in HSL hsl(92, 85%, 79%) and in CMYK 20%, 0%, 37%, 3%.
How should I use #c6f79b in a UI design?
#c6f79b functions best as a vibrant accent color rather than a primary background because of its high luminosity. Pair it with charcoal or deep navy text to ensure high contrast and readability for your users while keeping the interface feeling fresh.
Does #c6f79b work for text?
While #c6f79b is too light for main body copy, it excels as a high-contrast background for bold, dark typographic elements. The color maintains a 17.2:1 contrast ratio against black, making it technically accessible for clear UI button labels or small interactive details.
Is #c6f79b readable on white or black?
#c6f79b has a 1.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.17:1 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.