#87986A Hex Color
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Muted and ashy, #87986a blends dusty lime with olive undertones for an earthy, dependable look. Its low saturation suits organic branding, outdoor products, military-inspired designs, and nature-focused interfaces. It suggests growth, resilience, and connection to the natural world without feeling bright or playful. Use it as a supporting tone beside cream or dark brown. Black text reads clearly, and the hex code is #87986a.
Questions about #87986a
What is #87986a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #87986a is rgb(135, 152, 106), in HSL hsl(82, 18%, 51%) and in CMYK 11%, 0%, 30%, 40%.
What colors pair well with #87986a?
#87986a pairs well with cream, warm white, dark brown, charcoal, and muted terracotta, creating an earthy palette that keeps the dusty olive tone grounded while adding enough contrast for branding, packaging, interfaces, and outdoor-themed designs.
Is #87986a readable on white or black?
#87986a has a 3.12:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.72:1 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.