Hunter Green #355E3B

Hunter green, hex code #355E3B, is a dark, muted green with a slight gray cast. It is low in lightness and moderately saturated, deeper and quieter than forest green. It suggests woodland shade, country houses, traditional menswear, and the outdoors, and it reads as serious and classic.

Hunter green has no CSS keyword and no single standard. #355E3B is a common reference; paint and clothing brands range from near-black greens to bluer tones.

Hunter Green color codes
HEX#355E3B
RGBrgb(53, 94, 59)
HSLhsl(129, 28%, 29%)
HSVhsv(129, 44%, 37%)
CMYKcmyk(44%, 0%, 37%, 63%)

Text on Hunter Green

White text reads better on Hunter Green. Ratios use the WCAG 2 formula: 4.5:1 passes AA for body text, 3:1 passes for large text.

White text

The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog.

7.45:1 · AAA
Black text

The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog.

2.81:1 · Fail

Colors that go with Hunter Green

Hunter Green tints and shades

Tints mix Hunter Green with white, shades mix it with black, in 15% steps. Copy any code, or open the tint and shade generator for a full scale.

Tints

#537658
#728E76
#90A693
#AEBFB1
#CDD7CE

Shades

#2D5032
#254229
#1D3420
#152618
#0D180F

Hunter Green color schemes

Color-wheel harmonies built by rotating the hue of #355E3B and keeping its saturation and lightness.

Complementary

#355E3B
#5E3558

Analogous

#445E35
#355E3B
#355E50

Triadic

#355E3B
#3B355E
#5E3B35

Split complementary

#355E3B
#4F355E
#5E3544

Tetradic

#355E3B
#35445E
#5E3558
#5E5035

Hunter Green color meaning

The name points to clothing worn for hunting, where a dark green helped people blend into the woods. That practical origin has turned into a sense of tradition over time. In Britain and Ireland, similar dark greens have long been used for country clothing such as tweeds, waxed jackets, and rubber boots.

Today hunter green is linked with heritage brands, country clubs, libraries, and classic interiors. It feels established and calm, like leather armchairs and old wood paneling. Hunter green was also a common choice for wallpaper, upholstery, and kitchens in the 1990s, so it can feel a little retro.

It's also a strong holiday color in Western countries, often paired with deep red or gold on wreaths, ribbons, and cards. Outside the holidays, people read it as stable, dependable, and quietly confident.

How to use Hunter Green in design

Hunter green is a strong brand color for law firms, outdoor apparel, whiskey and spirits, golf, and premium home goods. White, cream, or pale gold text reads well on it, so it works for headers, footers, and packaging. As a text color on white or cream it's dark enough for headings and links. Pair it with cream, tan, and brass for a classic look, or with blush pink for something more modern. In interiors, hunter green walls, cabinets, and velvet look rich next to warm wood.

Palettes with Hunter Green tones

Curated palettes with a color close to #355E3B.

Colors similar to Hunter Green

Work with Hunter Green

Hunter Green FAQ

What is the difference between hunter green and dark green?

Dark green, the CSS keyword, is a pure and fully saturated green, so it looks rich and clean. Hunter green is grayer and more muted, with a slightly dusty, traditional look. Hunter fits heritage and outdoor brands, while dark green feels brighter and works well for UI headers and bold packaging.

What colors go with hunter green?

Cream, tan, and camel are the classic neutrals. Gold and brass add polish, and burgundy makes a rich seasonal pairing. For a more modern look, try blush pink or dusty rose, which soften the dark green. White works for crisp contrast in text and logos.