#61614D Hex Color

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This dark, dusty olive feels grounded and utilitarian, making it a reliable choice for military or outdoor branding. Because the hue is heavily desaturated, it avoids feeling too vivid. White text provides excellent contrast against #61614d, meeting WCAG AA standards for readability. This hex code performs best as a moody background, as it can appear muddy when applied to small, fine details.

Questions about #61614d

What is #61614d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #61614d is rgb(97, 97, 77), in HSL hsl(60, 11%, 34%) and in CMYK 0%, 0%, 21%, 62%.
Does #61614d work well for body text?
Using #61614d for small body text is generally not recommended as it lacks the necessary contrast against typical white or light backgrounds. It performs far better as a solid, moody background element where white text can be overlaid for readability.
What colors pair best with #61614d?
Pair #61614d with cream or off-white tones to soften its utilitarian edge, or use deep charcoal accents to lean into its moody, grounded nature. Avoid overly bright or neon colors, which can clash with this muted, dusty olive hue.
Is #61614d readable on white or black?
#61614d has a 6.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.32:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.