#556039 Hex Color
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#556039 is a dark, muted lime with olive and gray undertones. Its low saturation gives it a matte, earthy character that feels serious, grounded, and understated. Use it as a supporting tone for outdoor, organic, military, or gaming palettes, or as a moody background with light text. The hex code #556039 provides about 6.7:1 contrast with white, meeting WCAG AA for body text.
Questions about #556039
What is #556039 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #556039 is rgb(85, 96, 57), in HSL hsl(77, 25%, 30%) and in CMYK 11%, 0%, 41%, 62%.
What colors pair well with #556039?
#556039 pairs well with warm off-white, muted blue, terracotta, and charcoal because these colors sharpen its low-saturation green, add warmth, and keep the palette grounded without making it feel overly bright. Use a pale neutral for space and terracotta for a small focal accent.
Where does #556039 work best in a design?
#556039 works best as a supporting tone or dominant dark base when the layout includes generous light contrast, since its dim, low-saturation surface can feel muddy across large areas without brighter accents or clear typography. It suits outdoor, organic, and tactical visual systems.
Is #556039 readable on white or black?
#556039 has a 6.73:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.11:1 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.