#8B8C78 Hex Color
Dusty muted earth with grounded appeal
#8b8c78 is a dusty, ashy tone that balances muted yellow and grey. It offers a grounded, understated feel for UI backgrounds. Because it provides strong contrast against black text, this hex code supports highly readable body copy. Pair it with dark charcoal for a sophisticated, architectural palette. Use this color as a supporting element rather than a dominant base to avoid a washed-out appearance.
Questions about #8b8c78
What is #8b8c78 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8b8c78 is rgb(139, 140, 120), in HSL hsl(63, 8%, 51%) and in CMYK 1%, 0%, 14%, 45%.
What colors pair well with #8b8c78?
#8b8c78 works best when paired with deep, saturated tones like charcoal or dark forest green. These darker partners create a sophisticated, architectural contrast that prevents this muted, ashy shade from appearing washed out or flat in your design palette.
Does #8b8c78 lean more warm or cool?
#8b8c78 feels neutral but leans slightly warm due to its subtle yellow undertones. This warmth is often dampened by the heavy grey base, resulting in an understated, organic quality that feels stable rather than vibrant or energizing.
Is #8b8c78 readable on white or black?
#8b8c78 has a 3.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.12:1 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.