analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#397939 — Fern
#397939 is a mid-tone moderately saturated green sitting at 120° 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.
#397939
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Tints and shades of #397939
- f5faf5
- d5ebd5
- b5dcb5
- 95cd95
- 75be75
- 55af55
- 449144
- 357135
- 265126
- 173117
- 081108
Color schemes using #397939
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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#397939 FAQ
What color is #397939?
#397939 is a shade of fern in the green family. It has a hue of 120 degrees, 36% saturation and 35% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #397939?
#397939 is rgb(57, 121, 57) in RGB, hsl(120, 36%, 35%) in HSL, and cmyk(53%, 0%, 53%, 53%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #397939?
White text on this background reaches 5.29:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.97:1.
What colors go well with #397939?
Its direct complement is #793979. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #593979 and #793959 gives you contrast without the vibration.