#8B9360 Hex Color
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Muted and matte, #8b9360 is a dusty yellow-green with warm, ashy undertones. Its low saturation gives layouts a grounded, understated feel suited to nature brands, outdoor products, construction, and budget-focused designs. Use it as a supporting tone beside charcoal or warm cream. The hex code #8b9360 supports black body text at WCAG AA contrast.
Questions about #8b9360
What is #8b9360 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8b9360 is rgb(139, 147, 96), in HSL hsl(69, 21%, 48%) and in CMYK 5%, 0%, 35%, 42%.
What colors pair well with #8b9360?
#8b9360 pairs well with charcoal for a grounded contrast, warm cream for a softer layout, and muted terracotta accents for added warmth while keeping its matte character visible.
Is #8b9360 warm or cool?
#8b9360 reads as a warm-leaning yellow-green because its dusty yellow base and ashy undertones soften the cooler green influence, creating a subdued warmth that feels grounded rather than bright or lively.
Is #8b9360 readable on white or black?
#8b9360 has a 3.26:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.44:1 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.