#778570 Hex Color
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Bleak and muted, this dusty olive shade brings a grounded quality to any project. It carries an ashy undertone that makes it perfect for subtle, natural backgrounds or military-inspired branding. Designers turn to this unsaturated green for a sense of tradition and quiet resilience. The hex code for this matte color is #778570.
Questions about #778570
What is #778570 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #778570 is rgb(119, 133, 112), in HSL hsl(100, 9%, 48%) and in CMYK 11%, 0%, 16%, 48%.
What colors pair best with #778570?
This dusty olive pairs beautifully with soft creams, warm terracottas, and deep charcoal grays. Because of its muted, ashy quality, it works effectively as a grounding neutral alongside natural wood tones or creamy off-white shades for a balanced, earthy aesthetic.
Is #778570 considered a warm or cool green?
This shade sits firmly in the warm spectrum due to its earthy, brownish undertones. While it appears matte and unsaturated, the underlying warmth prevents it from feeling clinical or cold, making it a reliable choice for designs requiring a sense of stability.
Is #778570 readable on white or black?
#778570 has a 3.90:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.37:1 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.