#55603F Hex Color
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#55603f is a dark, muted lime with gray and yellow undertones, giving it an earthy, serious presence. Its dusty finish suits outdoor, military, organic, and moody branding as a supporting tone rather than a dominant background. Pair it with warm ivory or rust for contrast. The hex code #55603f supports clear white body text at about 6.7:1 contrast.
Questions about #55603f
What is #55603f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #55603f is rgb(85, 96, 63), in HSL hsl(80, 21%, 31%) and in CMYK 11%, 0%, 34%, 62%.
What colors pair well with #55603f?
#55603f pairs well with warm ivory for gentle contrast, rust or terracotta for earthy energy, and charcoal for a grounded palette that feels balanced rather than stark across branding, interfaces, and editorial layouts. These combinations preserve its outdoorsy character while giving designers clear options for backgrounds, accents, and text.
Does #55603f look warm or cool?
#55603f reads as a muted, slightly warm green because its yellow undertones outweigh its blue content, while the gray reduces saturation when placed beside cooler greens or blue-leaning neutrals in a palette. That balance gives it an earthy, serious mood rather than a fresh or vivid appearance.
Where does #55603f work best?
#55603f works best as a supporting tone in outdoor, military, organic, and moody branding, where its dusty lime character adds depth without overpowering the layout or taking over the visual hierarchy. Use warm ivory or rust accents when the design needs more lift.
Is #55603f readable on white or black?
#55603f has a 6.70:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.13:1 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.