#1E5C32 Hex Color
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This dark, unsaturated forest green feels serious and grounding. Because it is quite dim, the hex code #1e5c32 works best as a moody background or a primary branding element. It provides excellent contrast for white text, which makes it a safe choice for UI headers. Pair it with soft cream or muted gold tones to avoid a muddy appearance in your layouts.
Questions about #1e5c32
What is #1e5c32 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1e5c32 is rgb(30, 92, 50), in HSL hsl(139, 51%, 24%) and in CMYK 67%, 0%, 46%, 64%.
Which colors pair best with #1e5c32?
Pair #1e5c32 with soft cream or muted gold tones to maintain a sophisticated look and prevent the color from appearing muddy on screens. These lighter shades provide the necessary balance to highlight the deep, serious character of this forest green.
Is #1e5c32 a good choice for text-heavy UI backgrounds?
#1e5c32 works exceptionally well for UI headers or footer sections because it provides high contrast against standard white type. Avoid using it for large blocks of body text, as the dark saturation can fatigue the eyes over long periods of reading.
Is #1e5c32 readable on white or black?
#1e5c32 has a 7.97:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.63:1 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.