Is Dark Sea Green (#8FBC8F) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #8FBC8F achieves a contrast ratio of 2.15:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 8.30:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Dark Sea Green?

The exact complementary color for #8FBC8F is #BC8FBC. For analogous pairings, use #A6BC8F and #8FBCA6. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Dark Sea Green

Dark Sea Green (#8FBC8F)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Dark Sea Green (#8FBC8F)?

Dark Sea Green has the HEX code #8FBC8F. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 143, 188, 143. In HSL, it is 120°, 25%, 65%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:24% M:0% Y:24% K:26%.

Luminance: 44% · Nearest standard name: Dark Sea Green

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DARK SEA GREEN

#8FBC8F

rgb(143, 188, 143) · hsl(120°, 25%, 65%)

HEX#8FBC8F

RGB143, 188, 143

HSL120°, 25%, 65%

HSV / HSB120°, 24%, 74%

CMYK (Print)24%, 0%, 24%, 26%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#8FBC8F#BC8FBC

Analogous

#A6BC8F#8FBC8F#8FBCA6

Triadic

#8FBC8F#8F8FBC#BC8F8F

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)2.15:1

Sample text rendered with #8FBC8F on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

Against Dark (#0F172A)8.30:1

Sample text rendered with #8FBC8F on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Dark Sea Green (#8FBC8F)

Dark Sea Green (#8FBC8F) is a distinct shade within the Emerald Green chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 44% and a warm-cool hybrid (vegetal / lime) color temperature, this tone plays a vital role across web applications, brand identities, and editorial typography. Discover its mathematical harmonies, accessibility metrics, UI engineering roles, and front-end code tokens.

Technical Colorimetry & Coordinate Breakdown

Exact mathematical values across digital display, print press, and human perceptual spaces.

HEX Code#8FBC8F

RGB Space143, 188, 143

HSL Values120°, 25%, 65%

HSV / HSB120°, 24%, 74%

CMYK Ink24%, 0%, 24%, 26%

TemperatureWarm-Cool Hybrid (Vegetal / Lime)

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Dark Sea Green

Geometric intervals calculated from #8FBC8F on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#BC8FBC

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Dark Sea Green with its polar opposite (#BC8FBC) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#A6BC8F · #8FBCA6

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Dark Sea Green for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#A68FBC · #BC8FA6

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Dark Sea Green, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#8F8FBC · #BC8F8F

Triadic Harmony

Forms an equilateral triangle on the color wheel, generating playful, dynamic energy when balanced against a neutral background.

Rectangular (90°)#8FA6BC · #BC8FBC · #BCA68F

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

A rich four-color scheme combining two complementary pairs, ideal for complex dashboards, gaming HUDs, and multi-tier charts.

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Dark Sea Green

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 25% and lightness of 65%, Dark Sea Green (#8FBC8F) acts as an attention-grabbing focal point. In user interfaces, reserve it for primary CTA buttons, active state indicators, and notification badges to draw user clicks immediately.

Light Mode SurfaceIdeal for buttons and badges

Dark Mode AdaptationDesaturate slightly for ambient glow

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Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

Communicates organic vitality, restorative health, prosperity, and ecological balance. Evokes natural renewal and positive validation.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Sustainable Commerce, Clean Energy, Health & Wellness, Wealth Management. Combining Dark Sea Green with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Dark Sea Green

Drop-in design system tokens for CSS, Tailwind CSS, and SCSS.

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-8fbc8f: #8FBC8F;
  --color-8fbc8f-rgb: 143, 188, 143;
  --color-8fbc8f-hsl: 120deg 25% 65%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '8fbc8f': '#8FBC8F',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dark Sea Green (#8FBC8F)

Authoritative answers covering Dark Sea Green color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Dark Sea Green (#8FBC8F)?

Dark Sea Green is defined by the HEX code #8FBC8F. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:143, G:188, B:143. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:120°, Saturation:25%, Lightness:65%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 120°, 24%, 74%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:24%, M:0%, Y:24%, K:26%.

Does Dark Sea Green (#8FBC8F) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Dark Sea Green achieves a contrast ratio of 2.15:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Failing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 8.30:1 (Passing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Dark Sea Green (#8FBC8F)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #8FBC8F is #BC8FBC. When placed side-by-side, #8FBC8F and #BC8FBC create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for Dark Sea Green in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

How can I copy and export Dark Sea Green into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Dark Sea Green in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #8FBC8F; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Dark Sea Green using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Dark Sea Green (#8FBC8F) belong to?

Dark Sea Green belongs to the Emerald Green family (Warm-Cool Hybrid (Vegetal / Lime) spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Emerald Green Color Guide.