#82877D Hex Color
Grounded, dusty olive with quiet character
This dusty, greyish olive tone offers a grounded alternative to bright greens. Because of its muted character, the hex code #82877d works well as a supporting background color that won’t overwhelm a UI layout. It provides enough contrast for black text, making it highly readable for standard body copy. Pair it with charcoal or deep wood tones to highlight its natural, earthy undertones in branding projects.
Questions about #82877d
What is #82877d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #82877d is rgb(130, 135, 125), in HSL hsl(90, 4%, 51%) and in CMYK 4%, 0%, 7%, 47%.
What colors pair well with #82877d?
#82877d pairs best with charcoal or deep wood tones to ground its natural olive undertones. Because it is muted, this hex color balances well against high-contrast black text, ensuring that your layout remains readable while maintaining a sophisticated, organic feel.
When should I use #82877d in a design project?
Use #82877d when you need a color that feels natural and reliable without being overly vibrant. It functions as a steady, secondary backdrop in design systems, allowing stronger brand colors to stand out without competing for visual attention in the UI.
Is #82877d readable on white or black?
#82877d has a 3.67:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.71:1 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.