#BBD994

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #BBD994?

RGB(187, 217, 148), HSL(86.1, 47.6%, 71.6%), CMYK(13.8%, 0.0%, 31.8%, 14.9%).

Q: Does #BBD994 meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.56:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#BBD994 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 187, 217, 148, in HSL 86.1°, 47.6%, 71.6%, and in CMYK 13.8%, 0.0%, 31.8%, 14.9%. The nearest named color is Granny Smith Apple.

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Color Values

HEX

#BBD994

RGB

187, 217, 148

HSL

86.1, 47.6%, 71.6%

HSV

86.1, 31.8%, 85.1%

CMYK

13.8%, 0.0%, 31.8%, 14.9%

OKLCH

0.8465 0.0969 127.4

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: Granny Smith Apple

Color Psychology

Light greens evoke tranquility, health, and natural balance. They are the most restful colors for the human eye, requiring no focal adjustment, which is why hospitals and spas favor them. Pastel greens reduce anxiety and symbolize safety and permission across cultures.

Design Usage

Soft greens are the standard for success messages, positive status indicators, and health-related interfaces. They create calming background tones for dashboards and data-heavy applications. Combine them with white and medium gray for a clinical, trustworthy appearance in medical or fintech apps.