#7B826B Hex Color
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Muted and ashy, #7b826b is a gray-green lime shade with olive undertones and a matte, dusty finish. Its low saturation creates an understated sense of calm, earthiness, and dependability, making it useful for nature brands, outdoor products, gaming interfaces, or supporting elements. Use it as a secondary tone with warm cream and charcoal; black text remains readable. The hex code is #7b826b.
Questions about #7b826b
What is #7b826b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7b826b is rgb(123, 130, 107), in HSL hsl(78, 10%, 46%) and in CMYK 5%, 0%, 18%, 49%.
What colors pair well with #7b826b?
#7b826b pairs well with warm cream, charcoal, and restrained terracotta, creating a grounded palette that keeps its dusty olive character visible while adding lightness, structure, or a small amount of warm contrast.
Does #7b826b read as warm or cool?
#7b826b reads as a muted, slightly warm gray-green because its olive undertone and yellow influence soften gray's cooler effect, while its low saturation keeps the warmth subtle and prevents the shade from appearing like vivid lime.
Is #7b826b readable on white or black?
#7b826b has a 4.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.24:1 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.