#88938F Hex Color
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The hex code #88938f is a muted teal with ashy gray undertones and low saturation. Its softened, balanced character suits healthcare, wellness, communication, and technology interfaces. Use it as a supporting tone beside charcoal or warm white. Its mid-light value can look muddy across large areas. Black text reaches about 6.6:1 contrast for clear small body copy.
Questions about #88938f
What is #88938f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #88938f is rgb(136, 147, 143), in HSL hsl(158, 5%, 55%) and in CMYK 7%, 0%, 3%, 42%.
What colors pair well with #88938f?
#88938f pairs well with charcoal text and warm white backgrounds, while burgundy or terracotta accents add restrained warmth without overpowering its muted teal character; pale beige can soften interfaces that need a welcoming, less clinical feel.
Is #88938f readable on white or black?
#88938f has a 3.17:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.61:1 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.