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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#2A5541 — Hunter Green
#2A5541 is a dark moderately saturated green sitting at 152° 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.
#2a5541
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Tints and shades of #2A5541
- f5faf8
- d5eae1
- b6dbca
- 96ccb3
- 77bc9c
- 58ad85
- 468f6d
- 376f55
- 27503d
- 183125
- 08110d
Color schemes using #2A5541
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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#2A5541 FAQ
What color is #2A5541?
#2A5541 is a shade of hunter green in the green family. It has a hue of 152 degrees, 34% saturation and 25% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #2A5541?
#2A5541 is rgb(42, 85, 65) in RGB, hsl(152, 34%, 25%) in HSL, and cmyk(51%, 0%, 24%, 67%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #2A5541?
White text on this background reaches 8.49:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.47:1.
What colors go well with #2A5541?
Its direct complement is #552A3E. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #552A54 and #552C2A gives you contrast without the vibration.