#7B9984 Hex Color
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Dusty green with a clear gray undertone, #7b9984 reads muted and steady instead of fresh. Its very low saturation suits eco, wellness, and finance branding where trust matters more than energy. Try it as a supporting tone next to terracotta, or as a base behind dark text. The hex code sits mid-lightness, so black type stays readable on it.
Questions about #7b9984
What is #7b9984 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7b9984 is rgb(123, 153, 132), in HSL hsl(138, 13%, 54%) and in CMYK 20%, 0%, 14%, 40%. Browse more shades of green with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #7b9984?
Terracotta and warm cream bring out its green side, while deep plum or charcoal gives it a richer, moodier edge. Avoid bright pure greens nearby, since they make #7b9984 look dull and washed out.
Is #7b9984 readable on white or black?
#7b9984 has a 3.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.73:1 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.