#236649 Hex Color

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Brunswick is a dense, moody green with notable gray undertones that dampen its saturation. It functions well as a grounding base for organic branding or as a serious alternative to black in UI design. Because it offers a 6.8:1 contrast ratio against white text, the hex code #236649 is highly legible for small body copy. Pair it with soft cream tones to lighten its somewhat gloomy character.

Questions about Brunswick

What is the hex code for Brunswick?
Brunswick is #236649. In RGB that is rgb(35, 102, 73), in HSL hsl(154, 49%, 27%) and in CMYK 66%, 0%, 28%, 60%.
Why is #236649 a good choice for UI text?
Brunswick provides a significant 6.8:1 contrast ratio against white backgrounds, making it fully accessible for small body copy. It offers a softer, more organic aesthetic than pure black without sacrificing legibility or professional clarity in your interface designs.
What colors pair best with Brunswick #236649?
This deep green balances beautifully with warm, soft neutrals like cream or sand, which counteract its naturally gloomy character. For a more sophisticated, high-contrast palette, try incorporating gold accents or metallic tones to lift the darkness.
Is Brunswick readable on white or black?
Brunswick has a 6.84:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.06:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.