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Groovy

#559933

Groovy is a neutral medium color with the hex code #559933. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 85, 153, 51 in digital design or CMYK 44%, 0%, 67%, 40% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Groovy Color Values

HEX
#559933
RGB
85, 153, 51
HSL
100°, 50%, 40%
CMYK
44, 0, 67, 40

About this color

Groovy sits at 100° on the color wheel, placing it in the neutral color family, offering versatile neutrality. With 50% saturation and 40% lightness, this moderately saturated medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, neutral colors like Groovy work well for typography, interface elements, and maintaining balance. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Groovy in print, the CMYK breakdown of 44%, 0%, 67%, 40% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

How to use Groovy

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #559933;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 85, 153, 51;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#559933',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 44%
M: 0%
Y: 67%
K: 40%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(85, 153, 51)
rgba(85, 153, 51, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

4 brand s with colors near 100° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #559933?
#559933 is Groovy, a neutral medium color with RGB values of 85, 153, 51. It has a hue of 100°, 50% saturation, and 40% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #559933?
The RGB color code for #559933 is rgb(85, 153, 51). This means it contains 85 red, 153 green, and 51 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Groovy a warm or cool color?
Groovy (#559933) is a neutral color, sitting between warm and cool on the color wheel.
How do I use #559933 in CSS?
You can use #559933 in CSS with: background-color: #559933; or color: #559933; or as an RGB value: rgb(85, 153, 51). For print design, use CMYK: 44%, 0%, 67%, 40%.