#6C765B Hex Color
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This dusty, muted olive feels grounded and understated. With a low saturation that leans into gray, #6c765b works best as a supporting tone or background color for earthy brand identities. It pairs surprisingly well with bright ochre or warm cream to break up its somber mood. Because it maintains a contrast ratio of 4.8:1, white text remains readable against this hex code.
Questions about #6c765b
What is #6c765b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6c765b is rgb(108, 118, 91), in HSL hsl(82, 13%, 41%) and in CMYK 8%, 0%, 23%, 54%.
What colors pair well with #6c765b?
#6c765b acts as a neutral grounding element, so it works beautifully when paired with warm creams or vibrant ochre to create contrast. You can also ground the design further by adding accents of deep charcoal or soft terracottas.
Is #6c765b considered a warm or cool color?
This color sits in a transitional space, leaning slightly cool due to its gray undertones, but it retains the organic, warm history of traditional olive greens. This unique balance makes it versatile for both industrial and nature-inspired design palettes.
Is #6c765b readable on white or black?
#6c765b has a 4.79:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.38:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.