#748B5D Hex Color
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This muted, dusty green sits between lime and olive, offering an earthy and grounded feel. The hex code #748b5d provides enough contrast for black text to read clearly, making it a functional choice for UI backgrounds. Use it sparingly, as its ashy saturation can look muddy if paired with overly bright primaries. It shines in branding for outdoor or organic products.
Questions about #748b5d
What is #748b5d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #748b5d is rgb(116, 139, 93), in HSL hsl(90, 20%, 45%) and in CMYK 17%, 0%, 33%, 45%.
What colors pair well with #748b5d in a design scheme?
This muted green works beautifully when anchored by charcoal for text or paired with soft terracotta to highlight its natural warmth. You can also create a professional, organic look by combining #748b5d with creamy off-whites or deep, forest-toned neutrals.
Is #748b5d readable on white or black?
#748b5d has a 3.75:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.59:1 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.