#1D421D Hex Color
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This dark, unsaturated forest green feels serious and grounding. Because it carries a heavy, muted quality, #1d421d works best as a moody background color or a stable anchor in UI designs. Pair it with soft cream or warm metallics to cut through its inherent gloom. Since it offers excellent contrast for white text, it remains highly readable for body content.
Questions about #1d421d
What is #1d421d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1d421d is rgb(29, 66, 29), in HSL hsl(120, 39%, 19%) and in CMYK 56%, 0%, 56%, 74%.
What colors pair well with #1d421d in a UI design?
Soft, warm neutrals like cream or off-white create the best balance for #1d421d, effectively cutting through its inherent gloom. For a more sophisticated look, pair it with subtle metallic accents like champagne or brushed bronze to add depth without overwhelming the deep green base.
Is #1d421d a good choice for text-heavy layouts?
#1d421d serves as an excellent, high-readability background color for white or very light text, making it a strong choice for moody, minimalist interfaces. Avoid using it for small, thin body text, as the dark saturation can cause the letterforms to bleed together on low-quality screens.
Is #1d421d readable on white or black?
#1d421d has a 11.35:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.84:1 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.