#D3E9CA Hex Color
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#d3e9ca is a pale, unsaturated lime with delicate, faded green undertones. Its high lightness makes it an excellent choice for a neutral base in minimal UI design, offering a softer alternative to stark white. Because black text maintains strong contrast against it, this hex code works reliably for body copy. Pair it with earthy terracottas to ground its airy, organic quality.
Questions about #d3e9ca
What is #d3e9ca in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d3e9ca is rgb(211, 233, 202), in HSL hsl(103, 41%, 85%) and in CMYK 9%, 0%, 13%, 9%.
Is #d3e9ca a suitable background for black text?
Yes, #d3e9ca provides excellent readability for standard black text, making it a reliable choice for long-form content or user interfaces. Its high lightness ensures sufficient contrast while maintaining a soft, organic aesthetic that is easier on the eyes than stark white.
Which colors complement #d3e9ca?
This pale lime pairs beautifully with earthy terracotta tones, which ground its airy quality with a warm, natural contrast. You can also accent it with soft charcoal for a clean, modern look, or muted navy to create a sophisticated, balanced professional palette.
Is #d3e9ca readable on white or black?
#d3e9ca has a 1.29:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.27:1 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.