#8A9C68 Hex Color
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This muted, ashy olive functions as a grounded, earthy neutral. Its low saturation makes it ideal for supporting roles in outdoor or organic branding. Because the hex code #8a9c68 offers strong contrast against black, it works effectively for body text in user interfaces. Pair this green with warm terracotta or cool gray to prevent the palette from feeling flat.
Questions about #8a9c68
What is #8a9c68 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8a9c68 is rgb(138, 156, 104), in HSL hsl(81, 21%, 51%) and in CMYK 12%, 0%, 33%, 39%. Browse more shades of green with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #8a9c68?
8a9c68 works best when anchored by high-contrast neutrals or warm, desaturated earth tones. Pair it with charcoal for clean, modern readability in text, or add terracotta to introduce a balanced, organic warmth to your palette.
Is #8a9c68 a good choice for interface text?
Because 8a9c68 maintains strong contrast against deep black backgrounds, it is an effective, accessible choice for UI body text. It feels much softer and more approachable than standard pure gray, providing a grounded aesthetic without sacrificing necessary readability.
Is #8a9c68 readable on white or black?
#8a9c68 has a 2.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.03:1 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.