#495925 Hex Color
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#495925 is a dim, unsaturated olive with significant ashy undertones. Because it feels grounded and serious, this dark shade works best as a supporting tone in moody or organic palettes. Pair it with soft cream or muted mustard to brighten the composition. While white text reads clearly against it, avoid using this color for small details where its dusty character might get lost.
Questions about #495925
What is #495925 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #495925 is rgb(73, 89, 37), in HSL hsl(78, 41%, 25%) and in CMYK 18%, 0%, 58%, 65%. Browse more shades of green with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #495925 for a balanced palette?
Because #495925 is a muted and earthy tone, it shines when paired with high-contrast neutrals like cream or warm beige to prevent the design from feeling too heavy. For a more sophisticated look, try adding a touch of mustard to brighten the composition.
Is #495925 suitable for text or small UI details?
Avoid using #495925 for small text or intricate details, as its dusty, unsaturated character can easily get lost or become difficult to read against dark backgrounds. It is much more effective as a background fill or a solid block of supporting color.
Is #495925 readable on white or black?
#495925 has a 7.66:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.73:1 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.