Charleston Green
HEX: #232B2B | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#232B2B
35, 43, 43
180°, 18% ,16%
18.6, 0, 0, 83.14
About Charleston Green
Charleston Green (#232B2B) is a color with RGB(35, 43, 43) and HSL(180°, 18.6%, 16.86%). It is commonly associated with Luxury moods. In design, it fits Cool styles and is suitable for Text, Background, Print. Its complementary color is #2B2323, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #2B232B and #2B2B23. The name comes from Charleston Green (English).
- HEX: #232B2B
- RGB: 35, 43, 43
- HSL: 180°, 18.6%, 16.86%
- Mood: Luxury
- Style: Cool
- Use case: Text, Background, Print
- Complementary color: #2B2323
- Triadic colors: #2B232B, #2B2B23
- The name comes from Charleston Green (English).
Live Components
Color Palettes
Color Harmonies
Complementary
The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.
Analogous
Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
Triadic
Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.
Split-Complementary
Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.
Tetradic (Square)
Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.
Monochromatic
Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.
Shades & Tints
A seamless scale of #232B2B from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Color Characteristics
Accessibility Simulation
#29292B
#2A2A2B
#232B2B
#292929
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
Charleston Green is a distinctive color deeply rooted in the history and architecture of Charleston, South Carolina. Legend has it that after the Civil War, when resources were scarce, residents were given black paint to repaint their homes. To make the color less somber, they mixed in a small amount of green paint, resulting in a shade that appears black in low light but reveals its green undertones in sunlight. This practical solution evolved into a beloved and iconic color for the city's historic homes and buildings. It became a symbol of resilience and a unique aesthetic identifier for Charleston.
First Recorded Use
While the exact first documented use of the *name* 'Charleston Green' is difficult to pinpoint precisely, the color itself, or very similar dark green-blacks, were prevalent on buildings in Charleston, SC, particularly after the Civil War and into the late 19th century. The practice of mixing black into green paint to achieve this specific shade is a long-standing tradition in the city.
Cultural Associations
Charleston Green is more than just a color; it's a cultural touchstone for Charleston, SC. It is widely used on shutters, doors, and architectural trim throughout the historic district. Its subtle green hue, only truly visible in bright light, is often seen as reflecting the city's understated elegance and its ability to blend tradition with a unique character. It is a protected and encouraged color in many of the city's historic preservation guidelines.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #232B2B;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #232B2B;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #232B2B;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#232B2B,
#332323
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#232B2B,
#332323
);
}// SCSS variable
$charleston-green: #232B2B;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$charleston-green-r: 35;
$charleston-green-g: 43;
$charleston-green-b: 43;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $charleston-green;
color: rgba($charleston-green-r, $charleston-green-g, $charleston-green-b, 0.8);
}