#2A6827 Hex Color
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At #2a6827, the color is a dark, muted green that reads grounded and serious. Its low lightness gives it depth, though it can turn muddy next to pure white, so it works best as a dominant base in eco branding, finance, or moody layouts. White text passes AA on it at about 6.8:1 contrast. The hex code pairs well with warm gold or cream accents.
Questions about #2a6827
What is #2a6827 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2a6827 is rgb(42, 104, 39), in HSL hsl(117, 45%, 28%) and in CMYK 60%, 0%, 63%, 59%. Browse more shades of green with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #2a6827?
Warm golds, creams, and terracotta bring out the earthy side of this green, while pale sage keeps things soft. Avoid bright greens nearby, since they clash with its muted tone.
Is #2a6827 readable on white or black?
#2a6827 has a 6.75:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.10:1 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.