#859E58 Hex Color
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This desaturated lime green brings an earthy, organic quality to outdoor branding and athletic palettes. Because #859e58 carries significant yellow undertones, it feels less like a primary color and more like a dependable supporting tone. It creates excellent contrast with black text, though it can appear slightly muddy when paired with pure white. Use this hex code as a secondary accent to add depth to modern, natural interfaces.
Questions about #859e58
What is #859e58 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #859e58 is rgb(133, 158, 88), in HSL hsl(81, 28%, 48%) and in CMYK 16%, 0%, 44%, 38%.
What colors pair well with #859e58?
This earthy shade works best alongside deep neutrals or warm accents to balance its yellow undertone. It creates a professional look when paired with charcoal for text or balanced against a muted terracotta to emphasize its natural, organic character.
Is #859e58 readable on white or black?
#859e58 has a 2.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.02:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.