#85988D Hex Color
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This muted, dusty green sits comfortably between sage and slate. With its heavy grey undertones, #85988d offers a stable, grounded alternative to brighter herbal shades. It works best as a supporting tone in organic or sustainable brand palettes. Pair it with soft cream or charcoal for maximum readability, as it carries enough contrast to support small body text comfortably.
Questions about #85988d
What is #85988d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #85988d is rgb(133, 152, 141), in HSL hsl(145, 8%, 56%) and in CMYK 12%, 0%, 7%, 40%.
What colors pair well with #85988d for website interfaces?
Is #85988d considered a warm or cool green?
#85988d leans cool due to its significant grey undertones, which push it away from the vibrancy of typical grass or forest greens. This cooling effect makes it a stable choice for professional branding that needs to feel calm rather than energetic.
Is #85988d readable on white or black?
#85988d has a 3.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.87:1 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.