Sherwood Green

#0E4F2D

General Information about Sherwood Green

Sherwood Green, represented by the hexadecimal color code #0E4F2D, is a dark shade of green that evokes feelings of nature, tranquility, and sophistication. It is composed of 5.5% red, 31% green, and 17.6% blue. In the RGB color model, it is defined as RGB(14, 79, 45). The color is often associated with forests and natural landscapes, giving it an earthy and grounding quality. It can be used effectively in various design applications, from branding and web design to interior decorating and fashion. The name 'Sherwood Green' likely refers to Sherwood Forest, an area renowned for its lush greenery and historical significance. The color's muted tone makes it a versatile choice for creating balanced and harmonious color palettes.

The color #0E4F2D, also known as Sherwood Green, presents several accessibility considerations, particularly in web design. Its dark hue results in a low contrast ratio when paired with darker shades, potentially making text or user interface elements difficult to read for users with visual impairments. To ensure accessibility, it is crucial to use this color with lighter background or foreground colors to achieve a contrast ratio that meets WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards, specifically a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text. Using tools to check color contrast is highly recommended. Additionally, avoid relying solely on color to convey important information, as colorblind users may not be able to distinguish it. Providing alternative cues, such as text labels or icons, can enhance accessibility for all users.

Shades

Digital Color Formats

RGB
14 79 45
RGB14 79 45
Red
Green
Blue
HSL
148.62deg 69.89% 18.24%
148.6269.8918.24HSL
Hue
Saturation
Lightness
HWB
148.62deg 5.49% 69.02%
148.625.4969.02HWB
Hue
Whiteness
Blackness
hex#0E4F2D
rgb14 79 45
hsl148.62deg 69.89% 18.24%
cmyk82.28% 0% 43.04% 69.02%
hwb148.62deg 5.49% 69.02%
xyz-d650.03 0.06 0.03
oklch0.3789 0.0858 154.98
oklab0.3789 -0.08 0.04
CMYK
82.28% 0% 43.04% 69.02%
82.28043.0469.02CMYK
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Key
XYZ-d65
0.03 0.06 0.03
0.030.060.03XYZ
X
Y
Z
OKLCH
0.3789 0.0858 154.98
0.37890.0858154.98LCH
Lightness
Chroma
Hue
OKLAB
0.3789 -0.08 0.04
0.3789-0.080.04LAB
Lightness
Green-Red
Blue-Yellow

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