#4D853A Hex Color
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#4d853a is a muted medium green with olive and lime undertones. Its earthy, dependable feel avoids the brightness of a vivid lime. The hex code suits nature, outdoor, organic, and sustainability branding as a supporting tone. Black text reaches about 4.7:1 contrast here, meeting WCAG AA for small body text. Large areas may feel heavy beside stark white.
Questions about #4d853a
What is #4d853a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4d853a is rgb(77, 133, 58), in HSL hsl(105, 39%, 37%) and in CMYK 42%, 0%, 56%, 48%.
Does #4d853a read warm or cool?
#4d853a reads as a slightly warm green because its yellow bias and olive cast soften the cooler impression usually associated with green. Its moderate saturation and medium-dark value keep the result grounded rather than fresh or neon.
What colors pair well with #4d853a?
#4d853a pairs well with warm cream, charcoal, and muted terracotta because those colors balance its olive cast, preserve its grounded character, and add enough contrast for brand palettes, packaging, outdoor graphics, and natural product interfaces.
Is #4d853a readable on white or black?
#4d853a has a 4.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.73:1 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.