#8A9A86 Hex Color
Stable and dusty muted organic green
This dusty, desaturated green carries a heavy grey undertone that feels grounded and stable. Because it is so muted, #8a9a86 works best as a supporting neutral rather than a dominant splash. Pair it with deep charcoal or warm cream to create structure. The hex code #8a9a86 offers enough contrast for readable body text, making it a functional choice for clean, organic brand designs.
Questions about #8a9a86
What is #8a9a86 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8a9a86 is rgb(138, 154, 134), in HSL hsl(108, 9%, 56%) and in CMYK 10%, 0%, 13%, 40%.
How should I use #8a9a86 in a color palette?
Is #8a9a86 readable on white or black?
#8a9a86 has a 2.97:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.04:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.