#55B35E Hex Color
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Reach for #55b35e when a call-to-action button or eco brand mark needs energy without tipping into neon. This bold, saturated green leans warm, with a grassy momentum that suits gardening, pharmacy, and sustainability work. The hex code holds about 8.0:1 contrast under black text, so small body copy passes WCAG AA. Best used as an accent; across large backgrounds it reads loud.
Questions about #55b35e
What is #55b35e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #55b35e is rgb(85, 179, 94), in HSL hsl(126, 38%, 52%) and in CMYK 53%, 0%, 47%, 30%.
What colors pair well with #55b35e?
#55b35e pairs well with deep charcoal for grounding, plum for rich contrast, and warm cream for a softer feel. Earthy terracotta also brings out its grassy side.
Is black or white text better on #55b35e?
Black text on #55b35e gives about 8.0:1 contrast, which passes WCAG AA even for small body text. White text falls well short, so save it for large display type only.
Is #55b35e readable on white or black?
#55b35e has a 2.62:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.99:1 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.