#617455 Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated olive brings a grounded, natural feel to designs without overwhelming the eye. Because #617455 is quite dark and muted, it functions best as a supporting element or a subtle background tone rather than a primary focus. Pair it with soft, warm creams to improve readability, as it offers sufficient contrast for body text while avoiding the harshness of black.
Questions about #617455
What is #617455 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #617455 is rgb(97, 116, 85), in HSL hsl(97, 15%, 39%) and in CMYK 16%, 0%, 27%, 55%.
What colors pair well with #617455?
#617455 works best when paired with soft, warm neutrals like cream or beige to enhance readability. Because it is a dark, muted olive, it also creates a sophisticated, balanced contrast when placed against crisp off-white or soft terracotta accents.
Is #617455 considered a warm or cool color?
#617455 leans toward the warm side of the green spectrum, though its heavy desaturation makes it feel neutral and earthy rather than vibrant. Its muted quality mimics natural foliage, helping it ground high-energy designs without introducing the harshness of black.
Is #617455 readable on white or black?
#617455 has a 5.07:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.13:1 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.