#5A8B5E Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
A muted, dusty green with a matte finish, #5a8b5e feels steady and understated rather than fresh or vivid. Its softened gray undertones suit sustainability, pharmacy, gardening, and finance branding. Use it as a supporting tone with warm cream or dark charcoal. The hex code offers about 5.3:1 contrast with black text, supporting readable body copy.
Questions about #5a8b5e
What is #5a8b5e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5a8b5e is rgb(90, 139, 94), in HSL hsl(125, 21%, 45%) and in CMYK 35%, 0%, 32%, 45%.
Does #5a8b5e work with black text?
The #5a8b5e hex color provides about 5.3:1 contrast with black, generally meeting WCAG AA for normal-sized text when used on that background, though final results depend on the complete text, font size, weight, and surrounding colors.
What colors pair well with #5a8b5e?
The #5a8b5e hex color pairs well with warm cream, dark charcoal, muted terracotta, and soft beige, balancing its gray undertones without making the palette feel bright or losing its grounded, natural character. Use cream for airy layouts and charcoal for stronger text or borders.
Does #5a8b5e look warm or cool?
The #5a8b5e hex color reads as a muted, slightly cool green because its gray undertones reduce the yellow warmth found in many leafy greens. That restrained balance suits calm, practical designs better than vivid or playful palettes.
Is #5a8b5e readable on white or black?
#5a8b5e has a 3.97:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.28:1 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.