#6A896F Hex Color
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#6a896f is a dusty, unsaturated green that functions best as a grounding supporting tone rather than a vibrant focal point. Because it is so muted and matte, it provides a stable, unobtrusive background for organic branding or sustainability-focused design. While black text maintains excellent readability against this shade, use it sparingly to avoid a muddy appearance. The hex code for this subdued green is #6a896f.
Questions about #6a896f
What is #6a896f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6a896f is rgb(106, 137, 111), in HSL hsl(130, 13%, 48%) and in CMYK 23%, 0%, 19%, 46%.
What colors pair well with #6a896f for a balanced palette?
#6a896f pairs beautifully with creamy off-whites, warm terracotta, or a deep charcoal to create natural contrast. Because it is so muted, adding a brighter, earth-toned accent helps prevent the design from feeling too flat or muddy in professional layouts.
Is #6a896f readable on white or black?
#6a896f has a 3.87:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.42:1 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.