#5B8768 Hex Color
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Muted and ashy, #5b8768 is a mid-tone green with low saturation and a matte, dusty feel. Its restrained character suits sustainability, pharmacy, gardening, and finance branding without feeling loud. Use it for backgrounds or supporting elements beside warm cream or dark navy. Black text reaches about 5.1:1 contrast. The hex code is #5b8768.
Questions about #5b8768
What is #5b8768 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5b8768 is rgb(91, 135, 104), in HSL hsl(138, 19%, 44%) and in CMYK 33%, 0%, 23%, 47%.
What colors pair well with #5b8768?
#5b8768 pairs well with warm cream, soft beige, and navy, which balance its dusty green character without overwhelming it; muted terracotta can add a warmer accent in restrained palettes for branding.
Does #5b8768 look warm or cool?
#5b8768 reads as a muted, slightly cool green because its green hue leans toward blue rather than yellow, while its grayness softens that cool effect. Warm cream or beige can make the shade feel more balanced and welcoming.
Is #5b8768 readable on white or black?
#5b8768 has a 4.10:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.11:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.