#517D2F Hex Color
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Muted olive with a leafy, grounded feel. The hex code #517d2f keeps saturation low, so it reads earthy rather than vivid, a natural fit for outdoor and organic branding. Best as a supporting tone or accent, since large blocks can turn muddy. White text on it reaches 4.9:1 contrast, enough for small body copy.
Questions about #517d2f
What is #517d2f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #517d2f is rgb(81, 125, 47), in HSL hsl(94, 45%, 34%) and in CMYK 35%, 0%, 62%, 51%. Browse more shades of green with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #517d2f?
Pair #517d2f with cream, terracotta, or charcoal for a grounded, natural palette. Muted neutrals let its earthiness lead without competing for attention.
Is #517d2f readable on white or black?
#517d2f has a 4.85:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.32:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.