#279D4E Hex Color
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The hex code #279d4e identifies a saturated, medium-bright green with a slight blue undertone and strong visual presence. Its lively intensity suggests energy and reliability, making it effective for sustainability, pharmacy, finance, and gardening brands. Use it as a focused accent or call to action rather than a full-page background. Black text reaches about 6.0:1 contrast, enough for WCAG AA body text.
Questions about #279d4e
What is #279d4e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #279d4e is rgb(39, 157, 78), in HSL hsl(140, 60%, 38%) and in CMYK 75%, 0%, 50%, 38%.
What colors pair well with #279d4e?
#279d4e pairs well with charcoal, warm cream, and muted terracotta, which temper its bright saturation without competing for attention. Use charcoal for structure, cream for breathing room, and terracotta as a restrained complementary accent.
Is #279d4e readable on white or black?
#279d4e has a 3.48:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.01:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.