#788773 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted olive relies on gray undertones to create a matte, understated appearance. Because it is highly readable, #788773 serves as an excellent neutral base for modern UI backgrounds or organic branding. It pairs effectively with crisp black text for strong contrast. Avoid using this shade in large blocks alongside stark whites, as it can appear washed out or muddy.
Questions about #788773
What is #788773 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #788773 is rgb(120, 135, 115), in HSL hsl(105, 8%, 49%) and in CMYK 11%, 0%, 15%, 47%.
What colors pair well with #788773 for a balanced palette?
This muted olive works best when paired with high-contrast, clean neutrals like crisp white or deep charcoal to anchor its dusty character. For a natural, organic feel, try adding accents of warm terracotta or soft cream to prevent the overall design from appearing too flat or muddy.
Is #788773 suitable for text-heavy interface designs?
#788773 is highly readable as a background color, provided you use high-contrast foreground text like black or very dark navy. Because of its desaturated, matte appearance, avoid using it as a text color itself, as it lacks the luminance needed for long-form reading accessibility.
Is #788773 readable on white or black?
#788773 has a 3.81:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.51:1 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.