#3E5647 Hex Color
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This dark, muted green carries heavy doses of gray, giving it a serious and grounded quality. Because it is highly unsaturated, it functions best as a stable backdrop rather than a bright accent. If you are learning what colors make gray, this shade is a perfect example of balanced, organic depth. The hex code #3e5647 provides excellent contrast for white body text.
Questions about #3e5647
What is #3e5647 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #3e5647 is rgb(62, 86, 71), in HSL hsl(143, 16%, 29%) and in CMYK 28%, 0%, 17%, 66%.
What colors pair well with #3e5647 for a balanced design?
This deep, earthy green creates a sophisticated look when paired with soft cream or warm beige backgrounds. For contrast, add sharp accents of terracotta or muted gold to lift the serious tone without overpowering the natural, organic feel.
Is #3e5647 a warm or cool green?
The heavy gray undertones make #3e5647 feel relatively neutral, leaning slightly cool due to its desaturated quality. It avoids the neon brightness of grass greens, making it a reliable choice for professional interfaces that require a calm, non-distracting visual environment.
Is #3e5647 readable on white or black?
#3e5647 has a 7.99:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.62:1 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.