#6B997B Hex Color
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This muted, ashy green sits on the unsaturated side, offering a grounded and stable feel. Because it is low in chroma, #6b997b works best as a background tone rather than an accent. It pairs well with warm charcoals or deep creams. Since this hex code provides excellent contrast for black text, it is a practical choice for readable UI layouts and organic branding designs.
Questions about #6b997b
What is #6b997b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6b997b is rgb(107, 153, 123), in HSL hsl(141, 18%, 51%) and in CMYK 30%, 0%, 20%, 40%.
What colors pair well with the muted green #6b997b?
#6b997b looks best when balanced with high-contrast neutrals like charcoal or deep, creamy off-whites to maintain a sophisticated, organic feel. You can also introduce earthy tones like terracotta for a subtle, naturalistic warmth that prevents the design from feeling too clinical.
Is #6b997b readable on white or black?
#6b997b has a 3.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.46:1 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.