#5E7509 Hex Color
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The hex color #5e7509 is a dark, muted lime green with yellow undertones and an earthy character. It supports growth, resilience, and dependable outdoor branding. Use this hex code as a supporting tone or bold accent with cream, rust, or warm charcoal. It suits organic products, sports graphics, gaming interfaces, and military-inspired fashion. White text provides about 5.2:1 contrast, meeting WCAG AA for body text.
Questions about #5e7509
What is #5e7509 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5e7509 is rgb(94, 117, 9), in HSL hsl(73, 86%, 25%) and in CMYK 20%, 0%, 92%, 54%.
What colors pair well with #5e7509?
Does #5e7509 read as a warm or cool green?
#5e7509 reads as a warm, earthy green because its muted lime hue leans noticeably toward yellow rather than blue. That warmth supports associations with foliage, resilience, and utility, while its low brightness keeps the overall impression restrained.
Is #5e7509 readable on white or black?
#5e7509 has a 5.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.02:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.