#157D27 Hex Color
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The hex code #157d27 is a bold, saturated green with enough depth to stay grounded. White text clears WCAG AA on it at about 5.3:1 contrast, which makes it a solid pick for buttons and calls to action. Use it as an accent or supporting tone; across large surfaces it can feel heavy. It flatters warm sand and plum tones.
Questions about #157d27
What is #157d27 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #157d27 is rgb(21, 125, 39), in HSL hsl(130, 71%, 29%) and in CMYK 83%, 0%, 69%, 51%. Browse more shades of green with names and hex codes.
Can white text sit on top of #157d27?
Yes. White text on #157d27 reaches about 5.3:1 contrast, which passes WCAG AA for body text. Dark text on this green falls short, so keep it for backgrounds behind light type.
What colors pair well with #157d27?
Warm sand, terracotta, and deep plum bring out its richness, while pale grays can wash it out. Treat it as a 10 percent accent color rather than the dominant base.
Is #157d27 readable on white or black?
#157d27 has a 5.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.99:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.