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#2C372C

Brightness
50.7
HSL (°,%,%)
120°, 11%, 19%
HSV V %
22%
Lab
21.8, -7.3, 6.5
PNG size
5.6 KB
Tone / Feel
very dark, muted cool hue
Black text 1.69:1 Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
White text 12.43:1 AAA (normal) · AAA (large)

Recommended text: White (12.43:1 — AAA / AAA)

Color Profile: #2C372C

Common Name: Forest Green

RGB: 44, 55, 44

HSL: 120°, 12%, 18%

Contrast vs White: 3.6, AA pass

Contrast vs Black: 10.6, AA pass

Mood Blurb: This deep, earthy green radiates a calm, grounded energy, often evoking thoughts of lush forests and natural landscapes. Popular in design choices that seek to bring tranquility and balance into spaces, #2C372C blends well in both modern and rustic settings.

Notable Matches:

  • Australian Standard AS2700 - Bottle Green (#2A3B31), ΔE=2.93
  • BS 2660 Colours for building and decorative paints - Marble Green (#2B3E34), ΔE=4.22
  • Pantone Solid Coated - 5605 C (#213629), ΔE=4.75
  • Pantone FHI - Mountain View (#2E3D30), ΔE=3.15
  • RAL Classic - Fir Green (#3F4941), ΔE=8.50

Why Designers Use It:

Forest Green (#2C372C) is a versatile, subdued shade of green widely used in design to convey stability, natural harmony, and eco-consciousness. Its earthy tone is often associated with wood, leaves, and the natural world, making it ideal for branding focused on sustainability or environmental responsibility.

This color is commonly seen in high-end fashion, interior design, and branding for organic or eco-friendly products. Its use in the automotive and military industries also emphasizes durability and strength. Designers gravitate toward this hue for its timeless, grounded aesthetic, and its ability to work in both bright, contemporary spaces and more traditional, vintage settings.

In regional use, Forest Green has a strong association with nature reserves, parks, and the outdoors. It can evoke a sense of calm, peace, and rejuvenation, making it a common choice in wellness or health-centered brands.

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