#16351D Hex Color
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The hex code #16351d describes a very dark, muted green with low saturation and a shadowed, ashy character. It feels serious and grounded, making it useful for sustainability, finance, pharmacy, and organic branding. Use it as a dominant background with white text at about 13.5:1 contrast. It also works as a supporting tone beside warm neutrals.
Questions about #16351d
What is #16351d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #16351d is rgb(22, 53, 29), in HSL hsl(134, 41%, 15%) and in CMYK 58%, 0%, 45%, 79%.
What colors pair well with #16351d?
#16351d pairs best with warm ivory, muted terracotta, and brushed gold accents, since their lighter, warmer values keep this dark green from feeling muddy and add enough separation for clear hierarchy in brand palettes, packaging, and editorial layouts. Reserve gold for small details rather than large fields.
Is #16351d suitable for text and backgrounds?
Yes, #16351d supports white body text at about a 13.5:1 contrast ratio, comfortably exceeding the WCAG AA 4.5:1 requirement for normal text in standard accessibility checks. Check colored text separately, since contrast changes with the foreground.
Is #16351d readable on white or black?
#16351d has a 13.45:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.56:1 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 is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.