#69824E Hex Color
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This muted, dusty olive offers an earthy, matte finish that feels grounded and understated. Because it is highly unsaturated, it works best as a supporting tone or background rather than a primary focal point. Pair #69824e with warm creams or slate grays to avoid a muddy appearance. The hex code for this natural, subdued shade is #69824e, which provides sufficient contrast for standard body text.
Questions about #69824e
What is #69824e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #69824e is rgb(105, 130, 78), in HSL hsl(89, 25%, 41%) and in CMYK 19%, 0%, 40%, 49%.
How do I use #69824e without it looking muddy?
Combine this desaturated olive with high-contrast warm creams or slate grays to provide visual balance. Using it alongside clean, neutral tones prevents the color from appearing dull or muddy, allowing its natural, earthy character to feel intentional and professional.
Is #69824e readable on white or black?
#69824e has a 4.28:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.90:1 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.