#779468 Hex Color
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#779468 is a muted olive green with dusty, ashy undertones and a matte, low-saturation finish. This hex code feels grounded and dependable, making it useful for nature-led and understated design. It works well as a supporting tone for outdoor or organic branding, though it can look muddy beside dark neutrals. Black text has about a 6.2:1 contrast ratio here.
Questions about #779468
What is #779468 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #779468 is rgb(119, 148, 104), in HSL hsl(100, 17%, 49%) and in CMYK 20%, 0%, 30%, 42%.
What colors pair well with #779468?
Is #779468 suitable for text?
#779468 supports black body text at about a 6.2:1 contrast ratio, exceeding WCAG AA's 4.5:1 requirement for normal text and making it a reliable choice for readable labels, paragraphs, and interface copy on this background. White text still needs separate contrast testing.
Does #779468 read warm or cool?
#779468 reads as a muted, slightly warm green because its red and green values outweigh its blue value, creating a yellow-olive cast beneath its gray, low-saturation finish rather than a cool, crisp green. That balance gives it an earthy character in warm palettes.
Where does #779468 work best in a design?
#779468 works best as a supporting tone in outdoor, organic, military, or sports branding and in calm interface sections, where its medium lightness adds presence without demanding attention from primary content. Large fields can feel muddy, so pair it with brighter neutrals or use it selectively.
Is #779468 readable on white or black?
#779468 has a 3.37:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.22:1 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.