#666655 Hex Color
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Dark Seagreen is a moody, muted tone that sits between dusty grey and an earthy, desaturated yellow. Because of its low chroma, #666655 works best as a supporting element or a background base rather than a primary highlight. It pairs surprisingly well with crisp off-whites or soft terracotta. Keep in mind that white text provides sufficient contrast for readability on this hex code.
Questions about Dark Seagreen
What is the hex code for Dark Seagreen?
Dark Seagreen is #666655. In RGB that is rgb(102, 102, 85), in HSL hsl(60, 9%, 37%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 17%, 60%.
What colors pair best with #666655 Dark Seagreen?
This muted shade functions best when paired with high-contrast, clean neutrals like off-white or cream to maintain readability. For a warmer, sophisticated palette, you can introduce terracotta or soft clay tones which complement the dusty, yellow-leaning undertones of this green.
Does #666655 work well for interface backgrounds?
It serves as an excellent background choice because its low chroma prevents visual fatigue during extended use. To ensure accessibility and contrast, always pair this background with high-visibility text colors like white or very light off-white shades rather than dark grey or black.
Is Dark Seagreen readable on white or black?
Dark Seagreen has a 5.83:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.59:1 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.