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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2A5537 — Hunter Green
#2A5537 is a dark moderately saturated green sitting at 138° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
#2a5537
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Tints and shades of #2A5537
- f5faf6
- d5eadc
- b6dbc1
- 96cca6
- 77bc8c
- 58ad71
- 468f5c
- 376f48
- 275034
- 18311f
- 08110b
Color schemes using #2A5537
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#2A5537 FAQ
What color is #2A5537?
#2A5537 is a shade of hunter green in the green family. It has a hue of 138 degrees, 34% saturation and 25% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2A5537?
#2A5537 is rgb(42, 85, 55) in RGB, hsl(138, 34%, 25%) in HSL, and cmyk(51%, 0%, 35%, 67%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2A5537?
White text on this background reaches 8.56:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.45:1.
What colors go well with #2A5537?
Its direct complement is #552A48. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #4D2A55 and #552A33 gives you contrast without the vibration.