#3C5A3E Hex Color

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This muted, dark forest green carries a dusty, ashy character that leans heavily into serious, organic tones. Because it is highly unsaturated, it functions best as a stabilizing background rather than a focal point. White text pops against #3c5a3e, offering a strong 7.7:1 contrast for readability. The hex code #3c5a3e excels in moody, sustainable brand palettes where you need grounded, earthy weight.

Questions about #3c5a3e

What is #3c5a3e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3c5a3e is rgb(60, 90, 62), in HSL hsl(124, 20%, 29%) and in CMYK 33%, 0%, 31%, 65%.
What colors pair well with #3c5a3e?
Because #3c5a3e is a dusty, unsaturated tone, it works best with high-contrast neutrals. Pair it with crisp cream or light stone to lift the heaviness, or use a soft terracotta for a natural, grounded contrast.
Is #3c5a3e readable on white or black?
#3c5a3e has a 7.70:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.72:1 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.