#6B8070 Hex Color
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This dusty green-grey feels muted and grounded. Because of its low saturation, #6b8070 works best as a supporting color for UI backgrounds or branding that requires a natural, organic feel. It pairs well with warm, creamy off-whites to avoid looking muddy. Since black text provides excellent 4.9:1 contrast, this hex code is a reliable choice for readable body copy.
Questions about #6b8070
What is #6b8070 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6b8070 is rgb(107, 128, 112), in HSL hsl(134, 9%, 46%) and in CMYK 16%, 0%, 13%, 50%.
What colors pair best with #6b8070?
#6b8070 works beautifully with warm, creamy off-whites to balance its cool, earthy nature and prevent a muddy appearance. For stronger contrast, pair it with deep charcoal or dark brown tones to create a sophisticated, nature-inspired palette that remains highly readable.
Is #6b8070 readable on white or black?
#6b8070 has a 4.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.94:1 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.