#7C9C8C Hex Color
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#7c9c8c is an ashy, desaturated green with distinct teal undertones. Its dusty quality provides a grounding effect, making it a reliable choice for sustainable branding or wellness-focused UI. Because of its balanced readability, you can confidently use black text over this shade for body copy. Pair it with soft cream or warm beige to prevent the color from feeling too cold. The hex code is #7c9c8c.
Questions about #7c9c8c
What is #7c9c8c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7c9c8c is rgb(124, 156, 140), in HSL hsl(150, 14%, 55%) and in CMYK 21%, 0%, 10%, 39%. Browse more shades of green with names and hex codes.
Does #7c9c8c work well as a background for text?
Yes, #7c9c8c provides sufficient contrast for standard black text, making it a reliable choice for readable body copy. It is much softer than a stark gray, offering a calming, professional backdrop for modern digital interfaces.
Which colors pair best with #7c9c8c?
Pair #7c9c8c with warm beige or soft cream to prevent the color from feeling too cold in your palette. These warm neutrals balance the ashy, desaturated quality of the green while keeping the overall aesthetic approachable and grounded.
Is #7c9c8c readable on white or black?
#7c9c8c has a 3.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.99:1 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.