#6B8530 Hex Color
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Muted and medium-dark, this olive-leaning lime reads earthy rather than fresh. #6b8530 works best as a supporting tone or accent, where its grayed green adds depth without going muddy. It pairs well with warm terracotta and cream, and black text sits comfortably on it at about 5:1 contrast. The hex code #6b8530 suits outdoor brands and organic packaging.
Questions about #6b8530
What is #6b8530 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6b8530 is rgb(107, 133, 48), in HSL hsl(78, 47%, 35%) and in CMYK 20%, 0%, 64%, 48%.
What colors pair well with #6b8530?
Warm terracotta, cream, and charcoal pair well with #6b8530, keeping its earthy character intact. Bright citrus greens fight with it, so keep neighboring colors soft or dark.
Is #6b8530 readable on white or black?
#6b8530 has a 4.18:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.02:1 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.