#6B8A72 Hex Color
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This muted, dusty green sits in a middle ground between cool and earthy. With its low saturation, #6b8a72 serves as an excellent neutral background that avoids the starkness of pure white. It pairs well with off-whites or charcoal text, as the contrast ratio easily meets accessibility standards. Use this hex code for organic branding or UI elements when you need a stable, understated foundation.
Questions about #6b8a72
What is #6b8a72 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6b8a72 is rgb(107, 138, 114), in HSL hsl(134, 13%, 48%) and in CMYK 22%, 0%, 17%, 46%. Browse more shades of green with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #6b8a72?
#6b8a72 works exceptionally well with charcoal or soft off-whites to create high-contrast, professional interfaces. Because it is a balanced, muted green, it also harmonizes with warm, earthy tones like terracotta or soft, sandy beiges for a natural, organic aesthetic.
Does #6b8a72 lean warm or cool?
This color sits in a middle ground between cool and earthy, making it a highly versatile neutral. It avoids the starkness of pure greens by introducing a dusty, desaturated quality that feels grounded, calm, and professional rather than vibrant or aggressive.
Is #6b8a72 readable on white or black?
#6b8a72 has a 3.81:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.50:1 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.