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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#53974E — Fern
#53974E is a mid-tone moderately saturated green sitting at 116° 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 #53974E
- f5faf5
- d7ead6
- b9dab7
- 9bca98
- 7dba79
- 5faa5a
- 4d8d48
- 3c6e39
- 2b4f29
- 1a3019
- 091109
Color schemes using #53974E
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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#53974E FAQ
What color is #53974E?
#53974E is a shade of fern in the green family. It has a hue of 116 degrees, 32% saturation and 45% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #53974E?
#53974E is rgb(83, 151, 78) in RGB, hsl(116, 32%, 45%) in HSL, and cmyk(45%, 0%, 48%, 41%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #53974E?
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 #53974E?
Its direct complement is #934E97. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #6E4E97 and #974E78 gives you contrast without the vibration.