#173F22 Hex Color
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Dark and muted, #173f22 is a low-saturation green with ashy gray undertones. Its heavy depth gives branding, finance, pharmacy, and sustainability layouts a serious, dependable mood. Use the hex code #173f22 as a dominant background with white text, which reaches about 11.9:1 contrast, or pair it with warm ivory and muted brass for balance.
Questions about #173f22
What is #173f22 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #173f22 is rgb(23, 63, 34), in HSL hsl(137, 47%, 17%) and in CMYK 63%, 0%, 46%, 75%.
What colors pair well with #173f22?
#173f22 pairs well with warm ivory, muted brass, and dusty terracotta, which add light or warmth without overpowering its deep, gray-green base; softer sage and charcoal keep the palette restrained for editorial or interface work.
Does #173f22 read as a warm or cool green?
#173f22 reads as a cool-leaning green because its low saturation is softened by ashy gray undertones, though its earthy depth keeps it from feeling icy or bright, making it grounded, formal, and dependable in dark layouts and restrained brand systems.
Is #173f22 readable on white or black?
#173f22 has a 11.86:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.77:1 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.