#829A8C Hex Color
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A dusty green that sits close to grey. #829a8c has low saturation and a mid lightness, which gives it a steady, grounded feel suited to eco, wellness, and finance branding. It works well as a large background or supporting tone, though it can read flat next to pure white. Pair it with terracotta or deep charcoal for contrast. The hex code #829a8c also holds enough contrast for black body text, at roughly 7:1.
Questions about #829a8c
What is #829a8c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #829a8c is rgb(130, 154, 140), in HSL hsl(145, 11%, 56%) and in CMYK 16%, 0%, 9%, 40%.
What colors pair well with #829a8c?
Terracotta brings out the warmth hidden in #829a8c, while charcoal and cream keep it grounded. For a richer palette, try pairing it with burgundy or muted mustard accents.
Is #829a8c readable on white or black?
#829a8c has a 3.02:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.95:1 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.