#84795B Hex Color
A muted dusty olive with earthy calm
This dusty olive tone carries a matte finish and desaturated yellow undertones. Because it sits on the darker side of neutral, #84795b functions best as a grounding base rather than a bright accent. It pairs well with charcoal or soft cream for a natural, understated aesthetic. With a 4.9:1 contrast ratio, black text remains highly readable over this hex code, making it a functional choice for text-heavy layouts.
Questions about #84795b
What is #84795b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #84795b is rgb(132, 121, 91), in HSL hsl(44, 18%, 44%) and in CMYK 0%, 8%, 31%, 48%.
What colors pair best with #84795b for a natural aesthetic?
#84795b works effectively when grounded by charcoal or balanced against soft, warm creams. Because this shade acts as a neutral base, it avoids clashing with organic, desaturated tones while keeping the overall palette approachable and grounded.
Is #84795b suitable for UI text on light backgrounds?
Yes, #84795b is a functional choice for text-heavy layouts because it maintains a 4.9:1 contrast ratio against white. This makes it a readable, softer alternative to pure black that remains professional and easy on the eyes.
Is #84795b readable on white or black?
#84795b has a 4.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.86:1 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.