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田螺绿

#5E665B
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Metal Element
Autumn · West · Precision & Clarity
Secondary Color (间色)

Cultural Resonance

A traditional Chinese color with historical roots. Modern nomenclature.

A secondary color derived from blending primary colors, commonly seen in folk clothing and daily life.

Five Elements

Element
Metal
Season
Autumn
Direction
West
Symbolism
Solemnity & Restraint
Color Class
Secondary Color (间色)
Category
Gray

Technical Specs

HEX#5E665B
RGB94, 102, 91
HSL104°, 6%, 38%
CMYK62%, 42%, 56%, 34%

Visual Analysis

A medium-dark green tone (H:104° S:6% L:38%) that is nearly achromatic, muted. It carries a texture reminiscent of polished stone, offering a distinctive presence in any palette.

Color Harmonies

Complementary
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#645B67
Triadic
#5E665B
#5B5E67
#675B5E
Analogous
#64675B
#5E665B
#5B675E
Split-Complementary
#5E665B
#5E5B67
#675B64
Tint & Shade
#2A3527
#5E665B
#949494

Design Applications

Brand & Identity

"田螺绿" is particularly suited for ecological brands, health products, and botanical gardens. Its specific tonal character (H:104° S:6%) creates a distinctive brand identity that stands apart from generic color choices.

Interior & Spatial

In spatial design, this specific shade excels in conservatories, meditation rooms, and spa environments. At 38% lightness, it balances visibility and subtlety — ideal for body text containers, sidebar accents, or secondary backgrounds.

Digital & UI

In digital interfaces, consider using "田螺绿" for success states, growth indicators, and nature-themed apps. At 38% lightness, it balances visibility and subtlety — ideal for body text containers, sidebar accents, or secondary backgrounds.

Accessibility — WCAG Contrast

White Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
5.95:1
AA AAA
Black Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
3.53:1
AA AAA

WCAG 2.1 requires ≥4.5:1 for AA and ≥7:1 for AAA. Best text color: white (#FFF).

Color Psychology

Color Temperature

Transitional tone (hue 104°), balanced between warm and cool, psychologically versatile.

Visual Weight

Mid-range lightness (38%) creates balanced presence — works for text and interactive elements.

Saturation Impact

Low saturation (6%) reduces cognitive load — associated with professionalism in design research.

Color Breakdown

Hue104°
Saturation6%
Lightness38%
Print Values (CMYK)
C62%
M42%
Y56%
K34%

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