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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#52974E — Fern
#52974E is a mid-tone moderately saturated green sitting at 117° 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 #52974E
- f5faf5
- d7ead6
- b9dab7
- 9aca98
- 7cba79
- 5eaa5a
- 4c8d48
- 3b6e39
- 2a4f29
- 1a3019
- 091109
Color schemes using #52974E
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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#52974E FAQ
What color is #52974E?
#52974E is a shade of fern in the green family. It has a hue of 117 degrees, 32% saturation and 45% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #52974E?
#52974E is rgb(82, 151, 78) in RGB, hsl(117, 32%, 45%) in HSL, and cmyk(46%, 0%, 48%, 41%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #52974E?
White text on this background reaches 3.56:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.9:1.
What colors go well with #52974E?
Its direct complement is #944E97. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #6F4E97 and #974E76 gives you contrast without the vibration.