#398C55 Hex Color
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This muted, unsaturated green offers a grounded feel that pairs well with natural textures. Because it carries a professional weight, #398c55 serves as an excellent primary choice for sustainability or financial branding. It supports black text clearly, making it a functional option for body copy or UI elements. Avoid using it alongside overly bright, neon greens, as it can make this shade appear muddy.
Questions about #398c55
What is #398c55 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #398c55 is rgb(57, 140, 85), in HSL hsl(140, 42%, 39%) and in CMYK 59%, 0%, 39%, 45%.
Which colors pair well with #398c55 in a design layout?
#398c55 works best when paired with neutral tones like charcoal or warm beiges, which prevent the green from appearing too muddy. Avoid using it alongside high-saturation neon greens, as they clash and diminish its professional weight.
Is #398c55 readable on white or black?
#398c55 has a 4.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.05:1 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.