analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#AFD05D — Pistachio
#AFD05D is a mid-tone moderately saturated green sitting at 77° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #AFD05D
- f9fcf3
- e7f1cf
- d5e6aa
- c4dc86
- b2d162
- a0c73d
- 84a530
- 678125
- 4a5c1b
- 2d3810
- 101406
Color schemes using #AFD05D
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#AFD05D FAQ
What color is #AFD05D?
#AFD05D is a shade of pistachio in the green family. It has a hue of 77 degrees, 55% saturation and 59% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #AFD05D?
#AFD05D is rgb(175, 208, 93) in RGB, hsl(77, 55%, 59%) in HSL, and cmyk(16%, 0%, 55%, 18%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #AFD05D?
White text on this background reaches 1.75:1, which fails WCAG AA. Black text reaches 12:1.
What colors go well with #AFD05D?
Its direct complement is #7E5DD0. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #5D76D0 and #B75DD0 gives you contrast without the vibration.