#897F71 Hex Color
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#897f71 is a dusty, ashy tone that sits between grey and a muted, earthy orange. It offers a grounded, understated alternative to stark neutrals. This color works best as a supporting element or background rather than a main focal point, as it can feel muddy in large, solid blocks. Because it offers a 5.3:1 contrast ratio against black text, it is highly readable for interface design.
Questions about #897f71
What is #897f71 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #897f71 is rgb(137, 127, 113), in HSL hsl(35, 10%, 49%) and in CMYK 0%, 7%, 18%, 46%.
How should #897f71 be used in a color palette?
#897f71 functions best as a stabilizing ground for brighter accents or as a soft, readable alternative to pure grey. Pair it with charcoal to maintain contrast or use it alongside warm, desaturated greens to create a calm, organic aesthetic.
Is #897f71 readable on white or black?
#897f71 has a 3.93:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.33:1 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.