#6A7045 Hex Color
Dusty olive with organic earthy tones
This muted olive carries a dusty, ashy quality that leans into earthy, organic territory. Because it is highly unsaturated, #6a7045 works best as a supporting texture or a background rather than a vibrant pop. It pairs effectively with cream or warm off-whites for a grounded, traditional look. With a 5.2:1 contrast ratio, it remains readable with white text, offering a solid alternative to standard neutrals in outdoor-focused branding.
Questions about #6a7045
What is #6a7045 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6a7045 is rgb(106, 112, 69), in HSL hsl(68, 24%, 35%) and in CMYK 5%, 0%, 38%, 56%.
How can I effectively pair #6a7045 in a UI design?
#6a7045 performs best when anchored by warm off-whites or deep, rich neutrals. Using it as a background color against cream text provides a sophisticated, low-contrast readability that feels softer and more natural than standard black or white interfaces.
Is #6a7045 readable on white or black?
#6a7045 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.