#6E7842 Hex Color
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Muted and warm, this dusty yellow-olive blends earthy green with a soft, ashy finish. The hex code #6e7842 suggests nature, resilience, and practical optimism, fitting outdoor brands, organic products, military styling, and budget-focused designs. Use it as a supporting tone with cream or charcoal; white text reaches about 4.7:1 contrast for small body copy.
Questions about #6e7842
What is #6e7842 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6e7842 is rgb(110, 120, 66), in HSL hsl(71, 29%, 36%) and in CMYK 8%, 0%, 45%, 53%. Browse more shades of green with names and hex codes.
Does #6e7842 read as a warm or cool color?
#6e7842 reads as a warm, muted olive because its yellow undertone softens the green, while its low saturation and ashy cast keep it dusty rather than bright, making it feel grounded, natural, and quietly utilitarian.
What colors pair well with #6e7842?
#6e7842 pairs well with cream for a softer, warmer palette and charcoal for stronger definition; terracotta adds an earthy accent, while restrained use of white or black keeps the olive tone central.
Is #6e7842 readable on white or black?
#6e7842 has a 4.74:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.42:1 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.