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#509D4D color code is #509D4D. Use this page to get all code formats, explore shades and tints, and find colors that work with #509d4d.

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#509D4D Accessibility & WCAG Contrast

Relative luminance of #509D4D is 0.2636. Its WCAG contrast ratio is 3.35:1 against white and 6.27:1 against black. Use the card with the higher ratio for body text.

The quick brown fox
#509D4D on white3.35:1AA Large
The quick brown fox
#509D4D on black6.27:1AA
The quick brown fox
White on #509D4D3.35:1AA Large
The quick brown fox
Black on #509D4D6.27:1AA

#509D4D — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hex code for #509D4D?+
The hex code for #509D4D is #509D4D. In RGB it's rgb(80, 157, 77), and in HSL it's hsl(118, 34%, 46%).
What is the RGB value of #509D4D?+
#509D4D in RGB is (80, 157, 77). Written in CSS: rgb(80, 157, 77).
What is the CMYK value of #509D4D?+
#509D4D converts to CMYK(49%, 0%, 51%, 38%) for print. Hex equivalent is #509D4D.
Is #509d4d a warm or cool color?+
#509D4D (#509D4D) is a transitional green — its hue sits at 118° on the color wheel, placing it in the transitional part of the spectrum.
What color family does #509d4d belong to?+
#509D4D belongs to the green family. Its HSL is 118°, 34%, 46% — a transitional tone within the broader green group.
Is #509d4d accessible for body text on a white background?+
#509D4D on white reaches a WCAG contrast ratio of 3.35:1 — passes AA only for large text (18pt+). Use a darker shade for body copy.
What is the closest Pantone match for #509d4d?+
The nearest Pantone match for #509D4D (#509D4D) is 7723 C Brilliant Green, calculated by Euclidean RGB distance over the Pantone Matching System.

How to use #509D4D in design

Practical guidance for using #509d4d (#509D4D) across four design contexts, derived from its hue, lightness, saturation, and WCAG contrast.

Web & UI design

#509D4D (#509D4D) works well as a background color in dark UIs or as a button fill paired with white text — at 6.3:1 against black it's AA-accessible for body text reversed onto it. Don't use it for text on a white background; 3.4:1 contrast won't pass AA.

Branding & identity

As a brand color, #509D4D (#509D4D) reads as balanced and approachable and versatile across product tiers. It fits naturally into finance (growth), health, sustainability, organic & natural products. Pair it with a higher-contrast accent (warm if green runs cool, cool if it runs warm) for visual hierarchy. Test legibility on both your logo and small UI text before locking it in — saturation that works on a 200px logo can feel overpowering at favicon scale.

Fashion & apparel

#509D4D flatters cool-leaning skin tones (pink, rosy, blue undertones) and works best in autumn/winter collections. Pair it with cool neutrals (charcoal, slate, off-white, black) and it works as a sophisticated alternative to navy. Deep cool tones photograph richly under indoor light and read as quiet luxury — strong choice for eveningwear.

Interior design

#509D4D works as either a primary wall color or a strong accent — versatile across most rooms. As a wall color it pairs with white trim and warm wood; as an accent (sofa, chair, large art) it lifts a neutral room without overwhelming it. Test a large swatch against your room's natural light at three times of day before committing — mid-tone colors shift more than light or dark colors do.