#808E6D Hex Color
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This dusty, muted olive relies on a low chroma to achieve its serious and grounded aesthetic. Because #808e6d is so desaturated, it functions best as a supporting background element rather than a bright focal point. It pairs well with cream or deep charcoal, providing enough contrast for black text to remain legible. This hex code adds an understated, organic touch to UI designs that need to feel established and calm.
Questions about #808e6d
What is #808e6d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #808e6d is rgb(128, 142, 109), in HSL hsl(85, 13%, 49%) and in CMYK 10%, 0%, 23%, 44%.
How should I use #808e6d in UI design?
#808e6d functions best as a neutral, atmospheric background element rather than a primary call-to-action button. Because it is desaturated and low-contrast, it keeps interface designs feeling calm and established while allowing charcoal or deep black text to stand out clearly against it.
What colors pair best with the muted #808e6d?
This olive tone thrives when paired with high-contrast neutrals like cream or off-white to prevent the design from feeling too heavy. For a sophisticated look, accent it with warm, muted earth tones or a deep charcoal to maintain legibility and professional balance.
Is #808e6d readable on white or black?
#808e6d has a 3.49:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.00:1 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.