#7C8C73 Hex Color
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#7c8c73 is a muted lime-green with ashy gray undertones and a matte, dusty finish. Its low saturation creates a calm, dependable feel suited to nature brands, outdoor products, gaming interfaces, and supporting backgrounds. Pair the hex code #7c8c73 with warm cream or dark brown. Black text reads clearly on this color for accessible body copy.
Questions about #7c8c73
What is #7c8c73 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7c8c73 is rgb(124, 140, 115), in HSL hsl(98, 10%, 50%) and in CMYK 11%, 0%, 18%, 45%.
Which colors pair well with #7c8c73?
#7c8c73 pairs well with warm cream, dark brown, charcoal, and muted terracotta, which reinforce its dusty green character without feeling harsh; use cream for airy layouts and darker tones for grounded accents or readable text.
Does #7c8c73 look warm or cool?
#7c8c73 reads as neutral to slightly cool because its ashy gray undertones soften the yellow-lime base; surrounding it with warm cream or brown can balance that coolness and give the palette a more welcoming feel.
Is #7c8c73 readable on white or black?
#7c8c73 has a 3.58:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.85:1 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.