#233329 Hex Color
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#233329 is a dark, muted green with gray and slightly blue undertones, giving it a matte, almost ashy appearance. Its low lightness creates a serious, grounded mood suited to moody interfaces, sustainability brands, finance, and natural themes. Use this hex code as a dominant background with white text, which reaches about 13.3:1 contrast for clear body copy.
Questions about #233329
What is #233329 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #233329 is rgb(35, 51, 41), in HSL hsl(143, 19%, 17%) and in CMYK 31%, 0%, 20%, 80%.
What colors pair well with #233329?
#233329 pairs well with warm off-white, muted terracotta, and brushed brass tones; these accents add contrast without breaking its restrained mood, giving dark interfaces a warmer focal point without adding visual noise. Use pale gray for quieter secondary text.
Does #233329 read warm or cool?
#233329 usually reads cool and slightly blue-green because its blue channel sits above its red channel, while its low saturation softens that cast into a gray, smoky impression rather than a vivid botanical green. Warm neutrals can make it feel more balanced.
Is #233329 readable on white or black?
#233329 has a 13.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.57:1 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.