#595C1D Hex Color
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Dark, unsaturated, and muddy, #595c1d evokes an earthy, military seriousness. Because it is quite dark and low in chroma, this olive tone works best as a supporting color in natural palettes rather than a dominant background. Pair it with cream or soft off-whites to maintain readable contrast. The hex code #595c1d provides a moody, grounded foundation for organic branding or outdoor design projects.
Questions about #595c1d
What is #595c1d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #595c1d is rgb(89, 92, 29), in HSL hsl(63, 52%, 24%) and in CMYK 3%, 0%, 68%, 64%. Browse more shades of green with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #595c1d?
Because #595c1d is a dark and muted olive, it works best when paired with high-contrast neutrals like cream or warm white to ensure readability. For an organic, nature-inspired palette, consider adding accents of terracotta or deep charcoal for depth.
Is #595c1d a warm or cool color?
#595c1d reads as a distinctly warm, earthy tone due to its significant yellow and brown undertones. Its low chroma creates a moody, desaturated effect that lacks the crispness of a cool-toned forest green or mint.
Is #595c1d readable on white or black?
#595c1d has a 7.06:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.97:1 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 is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.