#769D7B Hex Color
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#769d7b is a dusty, unsaturated green with a distinct ashy quality. It feels grounded and stable, avoiding the intensity of brighter shades. This muted tone works best as a background for organic branding or sustainability-focused UI. It pairs well with warm terracotta or deep charcoal. With a strong 6.9:1 contrast ratio against black text, the hex code #769d7b remains legible even in small body copy.
Questions about #769d7b
What is #769d7b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #769d7b is rgb(118, 157, 123), in HSL hsl(128, 17%, 54%) and in CMYK 25%, 0%, 22%, 38%.
What colors pair well with #769d7b in a design scheme?
#769d7b serves as a stable base that balances beautifully against warm tones like terracotta or soft peach. For a sharper, high-contrast look, grounding this green against charcoal or deep navy creates a sophisticated, professional aesthetic.
Is #769d7b suitable for use as body text?
While #769d7b is readable against white backgrounds, it is best reserved for accents, headers, or backgrounds rather than long-form body text. For standard body copy, stick to dark grays or blacks to ensure optimal visual accessibility.
Is #769d7b readable on white or black?
#769d7b has a 3.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.87:1 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.