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#387D2C — Forest Green

#387D2C is a dark moderately saturated green sitting at 111° 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.

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Tints and shades of #387D2C

Color schemes using #387D2C

analogous

Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.

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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#387D2C FAQ

What color is #387D2C?

#387D2C is a shade of forest green in the green family. It has a hue of 111 degrees, 48% saturation and 33% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.

What is the RGB value of #387D2C?

#387D2C is rgb(56, 125, 44) in RGB, hsl(111, 48%, 33%) in HSL, and cmyk(55%, 0%, 65%, 51%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #387D2C?

White text on this background reaches 5.07:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.14:1.

What colors go well with #387D2C?

Its direct complement is #702C7D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #482C7D and #7D2C60 gives you contrast without the vibration.