#71856D Hex Color
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#71856d is a dusty, muted green with a distinct ashy undertone. This unsaturated shade provides a grounded, organic feel perfect for sustainability branding or calm UI backgrounds. Because it maintains a 5.3:1 contrast ratio with black text, it works well for readable body copy. The hex code #71856d pairs effectively with warm neutrals to avoid appearing too clinical.
Questions about #71856d
What is #71856d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #71856d is rgb(113, 133, 109), in HSL hsl(110, 10%, 47%) and in CMYK 15%, 0%, 18%, 48%. Browse more shades of green with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #71856d in a design scheme?
#71856d works exceptionally well with warm, earthy neutrals like terracotta or soft beige, which balance its cool, ashy nature. For a more sophisticated contrast, try pairing it with deep charcoal to maintain legibility while keeping the overall palette grounded and organic.
Is #71856d readable on white or black?
#71856d has a 3.97:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.27:1 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.