#748B7D Hex Color
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This dusty, ashy green sits on the border of grey, offering a matte finish that feels understated rather than vibrant. Because of its muted saturation, #748b7d works well as a grounding background or supporting element in sustainable branding. It remains readable with black text, making it a reliable choice for UI components. Pair it with soft creams to avoid a muddy look.
Questions about #748b7d
What is #748b7d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #748b7d is rgb(116, 139, 125), in HSL hsl(143, 9%, 50%) and in CMYK 17%, 0%, 10%, 45%.
What colors pair best with #748b7d for a balanced design?
Pair #748b7d with soft creams or warm off-whites to prevent a muddy appearance while maintaining its sophisticated, earthy quality. For contrast, deep charcoal or dark navy accents help ground the palette without overwhelming the inherent subtlety of this green.
Is #748b7d suitable for UI text or background elements?
This color functions best as a background element or muted UI component rather than body text, as its low contrast against standard screens requires darker text for readability. Use it to provide visual breathing room in dense layouts.
Is #748b7d readable on white or black?
#748b7d has a 3.66:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.73:1 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.