What colors go with dark green?

Camel, navy, burgundy, dusty rose and mustard. Dark green wears almost like a neutral, so choose by how much contrast you want.

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What to wear with dark green

dark green #234F32
camel #C19A6B

Dark green and camel

Neutral base Medium contrast

Camel's golden warmth makes dark green look deeper and greener, and the clear step in lightness between them lets each color hold its shape. Both carry the feel of wool and leather, so the pairing looks autumnal before you add any texture.

When to wear it: From October to March: a camel coat over a dark green turtleneck, dark green corduroy pants with a camel knit, a deep green dress with camel boots and a matching bag. It works at the office and on a weekend out of town.

What to avoid: A pale camel in thin fabric against heavy dark green wool looks off, because the weights fight more than the colors. Skip a pinkish camel, which looks dull beside a cool-leaning green.

Suits: Warm Autumn Bright Spring Deep Autumn

dark green #234F32
navy blue #1F2A4D

Dark green and navy blue

Neighbors on the color wheel Low contrast

Navy and dark green are neighbors on the wheel and nearly equal in depth, so they blend into one deep, cool palette. The result looks polished and traditional, the color story of tartans and old school blazers.

When to wear it: Autumn and winter: a dark green sweater over a navy shirt, a navy suit with a dark green tie, a navy coat with a green and navy plaid scarf. It suits conservative offices and smart dinners.

What to avoid: With so little contrast, the two can look black in a dim room. Add a white or light blue shirt, lighter jeans or silver jewelry, and never set a navy and a green of exactly the same darkness side by side.

Suits: Deep Winter Cool Summer Bright Winter

dark green #234F32
burgundy #800020

Dark green and burgundy

Opposites on the color wheel Low contrast

Burgundy is a deep red, green's opposite, and at matching depth the opposition stays rich instead of loud. Each makes the other look more saturated, which gives the pairing its jewel-box warmth.

When to wear it: Evenings and the holidays: a burgundy velvet blazer over a dark green shirt, a dark green silk dress with burgundy heels, a burgundy scarf on a green wool coat. It suits winter weddings, theater nights and festive dinners.

What to avoid: Two big blocks of the same size look like seasonal decorations, so let one color lead and the other accent it. Stay away from a bright cherry red in burgundy's place, which makes the outfit literal.

Suits: Deep Winter Deep Autumn Cool Summer

dark green #234F32
dusty rose #C9939B

Dark green and dusty rose

Opposites on the color wheel Medium contrast

Dusty rose is a soft, greyed pink, so it plays the same opposite role as burgundy but with light instead of depth. Against dark green the rose looks fresher, and the green makes the rose look more refined.

When to wear it: Spring parties and warm summer nights: a dusty rose blouse with dark green wide-leg pants, a dark green dress with rose earrings and clutch, a dusty rose tie on a dark green suit. It is a favorite for bridesmaid palettes.

What to avoid: A bright pink turns the look sweet and loud, so keep it muted. Warm, peachy pinks look sour against a cool green; choose a rose with a hint of mauve.

Suits: Cool Summer Deep Winter Soft Summer

dark green #234F32
mustard yellow #D1A11C

Dark green and mustard yellow

Contrasting hues Medium contrast

Mustard is a deep golden yellow a third of the wheel from dark green, and its warmth lights the green from within. The two share an earthy, muted quality, which keeps the contrast vintage rather than sporty.

When to wear it: Fall and early winter: a mustard sweater with dark green chinos, a dark green coat with a mustard scarf or beanie, a mustard skirt with a dark green knit. Plaids and corduroy carry it well.

What to avoid: A bright lemon yellow in mustard's place looks harsh against such a deep green. Keep mustard to one or two pieces; too much of it beside green starts to look like a sports kit.

Suits: Deep Autumn Warm Autumn Bright Spring

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Colors to keep away from dark green

- teal #007B7F
Teal is a deep blue-green and dark green a deep forest green, close in darkness and close on the wheel, so side by side they look like one color dyed twice, badly. Separate them with a light shirt or wear one at a time.
- hot pink #E8178A
Hot pink is fully saturated while dark green is deep and quiet, so the pink jumps forward so hard that the green turns almost black behind it. A muted rose or a burgundy gives you the opposite color with far more harmony.

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Under a grey winter sky, a forest green coat can pass for black; step into sunlight and the green comes back, quiet and rich. That is the nature of dark green, the range from forest green to hunter green: green with most of its light taken out. Where a mid green asks to be noticed, a dark one settles into an outfit the way navy or charcoal does, which is why it shows up in waxed jackets, wool coats, cords and velvet.

Its depth and fairly balanced temperature let it flatter a wide range of people, from cool, soft coloring to warm, deep coloring. The partner sets the mood: camel and mustard pull it warm, navy and dusty rose keep it cool, and burgundy turns it into an evening color. The one thing dark green asks for is a lighter piece somewhere, because two deep colors with nothing light between them tend to merge.

FAQ

Does black go with dark green?

It does, but carefully. Black and dark green are close in depth, so in low light the green can disappear and the outfit reads as all black. That suits a sleek evening look, such as a dark green velvet dress with black heels. By day, add something lighter, a white shirt or a grey coat, so the green registers.

What color shirt goes with dark green pants?

White, light blue and cream shirts give dark green pants the clearest contrast and work at the office. A light pink shirt adds color while staying soft. In winter, a camel or grey knit keeps the look warm. Black or navy tops need a light layer, or the outfit turns heavy.

Is dark green a neutral?

Often, in practice. A deep green is low enough in lightness and saturation to combine with most colors the way navy or charcoal does, which is why a dark green coat or blazer can stand in for a black one. It still has a hue, though, so check it against bright greens and teals before wearing them together.

What colors go with dark green for a wedding?

As a guest, a dark green dress or suit looks right with gold or silver jewelry, whichever suits your coloring, and a burgundy, dusty rose or champagne accent. At a fall or winter wedding, dark green velvet or satin looks festive without competing with the couple. All-black accessories can make the outfit look somber.

Does dark green go with brown?

Yes. Brown and dark green are both earthy and deep, so they look natural together, the palette of outdoor wear and tweed. Lighter browns such as tan and camel give the clearest contrast. Dark brown sits close to dark green in depth; add a cream or white shirt so the two do not blur.