Forest Green

#6DAE81

Crayola color

Forest Green (#6DAE81) in the Crayola palette is a lighter, more vibrant version of forest green than the CSS version, with a mint-green freshness that feels contemporary and approachable. It captures the luminous green of sunlit forest leaves in summer rather than the deep shade of the forest floor, making it more versatile in lifestyle branding and modern design.

Color Values

HEX

#6DAE81

RGB

109, 174, 129

HSL

138.5, 28.6%, 55.5%

HSV

138.5, 37.4%, 68.2%

CMYK

37.4%, 0.0%, 25.9%, 31.8%

OKLCH

0.6946 0.0943 153.2

Properties

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: #6DAE81;
color: #6DAE81;
border-color: #6DAE81;
Nearest Tailwind: Emerald 600 #059669

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

2.62:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

8.02:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #6DAE81?

RGB(109, 174, 129) · HSL(138.5, 28.6%, 55.5%) · CMYK(37.4%, 0.0%, 25.9%, 31.8%)

Does #6DAE81 meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.62:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #6DAE81?

Use 000000 text on a #6DAE81 background; contrast on black is 8.02:1.