#5C8C49 Hex Color
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An unsaturated lime with olive and earthy yellow undertones, #5c8c49 feels grounded, dependable, and connected to nature. Its moderate lightness suits organic branding, outdoor products, gaming interfaces, and military-inspired palettes. Use it as a supporting tone beside warm cream or charcoal. Black text reaches about 5.3:1 contrast. The hex code is #5c8c49.
Questions about #5c8c49
What is #5c8c49 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5c8c49 is rgb(92, 140, 73), in HSL hsl(103, 31%, 42%) and in CMYK 34%, 0%, 48%, 45%.
What colors pair well with #5c8c49?
#5c8c49 pairs well with warm cream, charcoal, and muted terracotta, which balance its olive-yellow undertones and keep the palette grounded; cream feels natural and airy, while charcoal adds sharper definition for text, borders, or interface elements.
Is #5c8c49 a warm or cool color?
#5c8c49 reads as a slightly warm, earthy green because its yellow and olive undertones soften green's cooler side, while its muted saturation keeps the shade calm and dependable rather than vivid for nature-led palettes and understated accents.
Is #5c8c49 readable on white or black?
#5c8c49 has a 3.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.30:1 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.