#253125 Hex Color
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This near-black green brings a heavy, organic weight to digital layouts. Because of its extreme darkness and matte finish, the hex code #253125 functions best as a sophisticated alternative to pure black for backgrounds. It pairs beautifully with soft, off-white text to maintain high readability. Use this color to establish a moody, serious tone in environmental or sustainable branding projects.
Questions about #253125
What is #253125 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #253125 is rgb(37, 49, 37), in HSL hsl(120, 14%, 17%) and in CMYK 24%, 0%, 24%, 81%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
How should I use #253125 in a digital layout?
Apply #253125 as a grounding background color to create a moody, premium atmosphere that feels more organic than harsh pure black. It maintains high readability when paired with cream or off-white text, making it perfect for eco-friendly or luxury minimalist designs.
Does #253125 lean warm or cool?
This deep green leans slightly cool due to its low saturation and dark depth, though its organic undertones prevent it from feeling clinical. Because it acts as a neutral base, it balances well against warm terracotta or soft beige accents.
Is #253125 readable on white or black?
#253125 has a 13.59:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.54:1 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.