#696F59 Hex Color
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#696f59 is a dark, muted olive with ashy yellow-green undertones and a matte, almost gray finish. Its low saturation brings understatement and calm, while the earthy cast suggests nature and quiet resilience. The hex code #696f59 works well as a supporting tone for outdoor, organic, military, or gaming designs, especially with warm cream or charcoal.
Questions about #696f59
What is #696f59 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #696f59 is rgb(105, 111, 89), in HSL hsl(76, 11%, 39%) and in CMYK 5%, 0%, 20%, 56%.
What colors pair well with #696f59 in a design?
#696f59 pairs well with a warm off-white for softened contrast, a near-black neutral for restraint, and burgundy for a richer accent that brings energy without overpowering its low-saturation base. Use it as a supporting tone beside lighter neutrals.
Is #696f59 readable on white or black?
#696f59 has a 5.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.01:1 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.