#259B6E

#259B6E

Overview

#259B6E is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 37, 155, 110, in HSL 157.1°, 61.5%, 37.6%, and in CMYK 76.1%, 0.0%, 29.0%, 39.2%. The nearest named color is Green.

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Color Values

HEX

#259B6E

RGB

37, 155, 110

HSL

157.1, 61.5%, 37.6%

HSV

157.1, 76.1%, 60.8%

CMYK

76.1%, 0.0%, 29.0%, 39.2%

OKLCH

0.6147 0.1229 162.4

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: Green

Color Psychology

True green represents growth, harmony, and environmental consciousness. It is the color most directly associated with nature and sustainability, activating feelings of renewal and stability. Green sits at the center of the visible spectrum, making it psychologically balanced and universally positive.

Design Usage

Medium green is essential for sustainability brands, financial growth indicators, and agricultural products. It works as a primary brand color that communicates trust without the corporate coolness of blue. Ensure sufficient contrast with white text since many mid-greens fall below WCAG AA thresholds.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #259B6E;
color: #259B6E;
border-color: #259B6E;
Nearest Tailwind: Emerald 600 #059669

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

3.5:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

5.99:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #259B6E?

RGB(37, 155, 110) · HSL(157.1, 61.5%, 37.6%) · CMYK(76.1%, 0.0%, 29.0%, 39.2%)

Does #259B6E meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.5:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #259B6E?

Use 000000 text on a #259B6E background; contrast on black is 5.99:1.