#859966 Hex Color
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Muted and ashy, #859966 blends lime and olive tones with earthy gray undertones. Its low saturation creates a dependable, natural feel for outdoor brands, organic products, gaming interfaces, and military-inspired designs. Use it as a supporting tone beside charcoal or warm cream. Black text remains highly legible, offering about a 6.7:1 contrast ratio. The hex code is #859966.
Questions about #859966
What is #859966 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #859966 is rgb(133, 153, 102), in HSL hsl(84, 20%, 50%) and in CMYK 13%, 0%, 33%, 40%.
What colors pair well with #859966?
#859966 pairs well with charcoal, warm cream, and muted terracotta because its ashy olive base balances dark neutrals and warm accents without becoming overly bright. Use it as a supporting color for grounded, natural palettes.
Is #859966 readable on white or black?
#859966 has a 3.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.74:1 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.