#797D62 Hex Color
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#797d62 is a muted yellow-green with ashy gray undertones and a matte, dusty finish. Its low saturation creates an understated, earthy mood suited to outdoor, organic, military, and budget-focused branding. Use this hex code as a supporting tone with cream or dark brown; black text remains readable for small body copy at about 4.9:1 contrast.
Questions about #797d62
What is #797d62 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #797d62 is rgb(121, 125, 98), in HSL hsl(69, 12%, 44%) and in CMYK 3%, 0%, 22%, 51%.
What colors pair well with #797d62?
Pair #797d62 with cream, warm white, dark brown, or muted terracotta for grounded palettes; lighter neutrals lift its dusty value, while earthy accents add warmth without overwhelming its low-saturation character.
Does #797d62 read as warm or cool?
#797d62 reads as a softly warm olive because its yellow component outweighs its blue, though gray undertones keep the impression restrained rather than sunny. It suits organic, weathered designs without introducing a strongly vibrant green.
Is #797d62 readable on white or black?
#797d62 has a 4.26:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.92:1 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.