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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#55693F — Fern
#55693F is a dark moderately saturated green sitting at 89° 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 #55693F
- f7f9f5
- e0e8d8
- c9d6bb
- b2c49d
- 9ab380
- 83a163
- 6b8550
- 54683e
- 3c4b2d
- 252d1b
- 0d100a
Color schemes using #55693F
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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#55693F FAQ
What color is #55693F?
#55693F is a shade of fern in the green family. It has a hue of 89 degrees, 25% saturation and 33% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #55693F?
#55693F is rgb(85, 105, 63) in RGB, hsl(89, 25%, 33%) in HSL, and cmyk(19%, 0%, 40%, 59%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #55693F?
White text on this background reaches 6.04:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.48:1.
What colors go well with #55693F?
Its direct complement is #533F69. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #3F4069 and #683F69 gives you contrast without the vibration.