#49AE7C Hex Color
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This desaturated, mid-tone green offers a grounded and reliable feel. The hex code #49ae7c works best as a supporting accent in organic or pharmacy-focused branding rather than a full page background. Because black text maintains strong legibility against this shade, use it for functional UI elements like iconography or labels. It pairs particularly well with warm neutrals to avoid a clinical aesthetic.
Questions about #49ae7c
What is #49ae7c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #49ae7c is rgb(73, 174, 124), in HSL hsl(150, 41%, 48%) and in CMYK 58%, 0%, 29%, 32%. Browse more shades of green with names and hex codes.
How should I use #49ae7c in UI design?
#49ae7c works best as a supporting accent rather than a primary background color. It maintains excellent legibility with black text, making it a strong choice for functional elements like icons, labels, and status indicators that require a grounded, organic feel.
What colors pair well with #49ae7c?
This desaturated green looks best alongside warm neutrals to prevent a clinical appearance. You can create a harmonious palette by pairing it with a soft cream or a deep terracotta, which balances the cool undertones of #49ae7c.
Is #49ae7c readable on white or black?
#49ae7c has a 2.75:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.62:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.