#558517 Hex Color
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#558517 is a saturated, organic lime that leans heavily into yellow undertones. Because this shade packs significant energy, it works best as a vibrant accent color rather than a dominant background. Pair it with dark grays or deep charcoal to keep the design grounded. Since it maintains enough contrast for accessible body text, the hex code #558517 is a solid choice for bold UI elements or nature-inspired branding.
Questions about #558517
What is #558517 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #558517 is rgb(85, 133, 23), in HSL hsl(86, 71%, 31%) and in CMYK 36%, 0%, 83%, 48%.
What colors pair well with #558517 for a balanced palette?
Because #558517 is a high-energy, yellow-leaning lime, it pairs best with neutral grounding colors like charcoal or deep slate gray. These dark, muted tones prevent the brightness of the lime from overwhelming the design while maintaining a clean, modern contrast.
Is #558517 readable on white or black?
#558517 has a 4.41:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.75:1 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.