#858D78 Hex Color
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This dusty, matte olive sits in a muted zone between green and grey. Its desaturated character provides a grounded, organic backdrop that avoids the brightness of traditional lime tones. Because of its excellent contrast, #858d78 is a practical choice for readable body text or UI backgrounds. It pairs well with warm charcoals or deep creams, adding a subtle, natural weight to any palette.
Questions about #858d78
What is #858d78 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #858d78 is rgb(133, 141, 120), in HSL hsl(83, 8%, 51%) and in CMYK 6%, 0%, 15%, 45%.
What colors complement the muted tone of #858d78?
This olive tone works best when paired with warm neutrals like cream or deep, dark charcoal to highlight its grey undertones. For a natural palette, consider balancing it with muted terracotta or soft mauve to introduce subtle, sophisticated contrast.
Is #858d78 readable on white or black?
#858d78 has a 3.45:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.07:1 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.