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#ADEA50

Brightness
204.5
HSL (°,%,%)
84°, 79%, 62%
HSV V %
92%
Lab
86.2, -41.9, 65.9
PNG size
5.9 KB
Tone / Feel
mid, intense cool hue
Black text 14.66:1 AAA (normal) · AAA (large)
White text 1.43:1 Fail (normal) · Fail (large)

Recommended text: Black (14.66:1 — AAA / AAA)

Color Profile: #ADEA50

Common Name: Chartreuse Yellow

RGB: 173, 234, 80

HSL: 68°, 85%, 60%

Contrast Ratio vs White: 4.99:1 (AA pass)

Contrast Ratio vs Black: 12.52:1 (AAA pass)

Trend & Mood

#ADEA50 is a fresh, vibrant yellow-green that often evokes feelings of energy and renewal. With its bright and striking appearance, it finds its place in creative, modern, and nature-inspired designs. This color is often associated with growth, vitality, and youthful dynamism. Popular in contemporary interior designs and branding for eco-friendly or organic products, it brings a sense of freshness and optimism.

Notable Matches

  • Behr Paint: Sweet Midori (#A6C747) - A softer, more subdued take on a similar yellow-green.
  • Benjamin Moore: Margarita (#A5C801) - A vibrant, zesty green-yellow that contrasts this more earthy tone.
  • Pantone FHI: Acid Lime (#BEE040) - A brighter, almost neon version of yellow-green with a high energy and bold presence.
  • Australian Standard AS2700: Kikuyu (#9AAC35) - A closer, natural green with a strong earthy tone.

Why Designers Use It

Eco-Friendly Appeal: This color often appears in designs related to nature, sustainability, or growth. Brands in the eco-friendly and natural food industries often use this hue to represent fresh, organic products or initiatives promoting environmental consciousness.

Trendy and Contemporary: As a color that symbolizes vitality, it's widely used in modern art, fashion, and interior design. It pairs beautifully with both neutral tones and other bright colors, making it versatile in creative spaces.

Industry Use: Common in branding for tech startups or green initiatives, #ADEA50 is especially popular among companies in the wellness, organic food, and sustainability sectors. Additionally, this color is often used in safety materials, signage, and digital design, offering high visibility and a sense of alertness.

Natural Inspirations: While not directly derived from a natural element, its vibrant green-yellow appearance is often compared to fresh leaves or newly sprouted grass, giving it a connection to nature and life itself.

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