#55A580 Hex Color
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This unsaturated, muted green reads grounded and stable rather than overly bright. It works well in sustainable branding or health-focused UI, offering a reliable, calming alternative to harsh, vivid shades. Use #55a580 for supporting elements or iconography where you need readability; black text provides excellent 7.1:1 contrast against this background. This hex code pairs surprisingly well with warm terracottas for an earthy, organic look.
Questions about #55a580
What is #55a580 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #55a580 is rgb(85, 165, 128), in HSL hsl(152, 32%, 49%) and in CMYK 48%, 0%, 22%, 35%.
What colors pair best with #55a580?
Because #55a580 is a stable, muted green, it works beautifully when contrasted with warm, earthy tones like terracotta or deep charcoal. These pairings create a balanced, organic look that feels grounded rather than overly bright or artificial.
Is #55a580 readable on white or black?
#55a580 has a 2.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.08:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.