#21513C Hex Color
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This muted forest green carries a dusty, ashy quality that keeps it grounded and serious. Because #21513c is so dark and unsaturated, it works best as a moody background or a reliable anchor in sustainable branding. Pair it with soft cream or warm white text to maintain high readability, as white creates a strong 9.1:1 contrast ratio that ensures accessibility.
Questions about #21513c
What is #21513c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #21513c is rgb(33, 81, 60), in HSL hsl(154, 42%, 22%) and in CMYK 59%, 0%, 26%, 68%.
What colors pair well with #21513c?
#21513c works best when anchored by neutral tones that prevent it from looking muddy. Try pairing it with cream or warm white text to maintain high contrast, or add terracotta accents to bring out the earthy, organic quality of this green.
Does #21513c read as a warm or cool green?
This shade reads as a cool, neutral green because of its high level of desaturation and ashy undertones. It lacks the vibrancy of traditional emerald or lime greens, making it appear more professional, restrained, and grounded in almost any interface.
Is #21513c readable on white or black?
#21513c has a 9.10:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.30:1 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.