#1E5E44 Hex Color
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This dark, dusty green carries a cool, muted weight that projects seriousness and stability. Because of its low saturation, #1e5e44 works best as a grounding base rather than a bright accent. It pairs unexpectedly well with soft peach or muted gold tones, which cut through its gloomy undertone. With high accessibility contrast, it remains a reliable choice for readable text and professional UI backgrounds.
Questions about #1e5e44
What is #1e5e44 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #1e5e44 is rgb(30, 94, 68), in HSL hsl(156, 52%, 24%) and in CMYK 68%, 0%, 28%, 63%.
What colors pair well with #1e5e44?
#1e5e44 works beautifully with soft peach or muted gold tones, which provide a necessary warmth to cut through its gloomy, cool undertones. You can also pair it with a light cream or off-white for a balanced, high-contrast UI.
Is #1e5e44 suitable for text on websites?
Yes, #1e5e44 is an excellent choice for text because its low saturation provides strong readability against light backgrounds while remaining softer than pure black. It maintains a professional, stable appearance that works well for long-form content or navigation menus.
Is #1e5e44 readable on white or black?
#1e5e44 has a 7.66:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.73:1 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.