#8C9B85 Hex Color
A grounded, organic, and muted green
This dusty, muted green balances grey and olive undertones for a grounded, organic feel. Because it is highly unsaturated, #8c9b85 works best as a supporting neutral or a background tone rather than a vibrant focal point. It pairs well with deep charcoal or warm terracotta for a natural palette. Since black text provides excellent readability on this hex code, it serves as a reliable choice for UI text.
Questions about #8c9b85
What is #8c9b85 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8c9b85 is rgb(140, 155, 133), in HSL hsl(101, 10%, 56%) and in CMYK 10%, 0%, 14%, 39%.
How does #8c9b85 function in design layouts?
#8c9b85 performs best as a supporting neutral rather than a focal point, providing a calm backdrop that allows for high readability with dark text. Use it where you need an organic, earthy atmosphere without overwhelming the viewer.
Which color palettes complement #8c9b85?
This muted green works beautifully alongside warm terracotta for contrast or deep charcoal for a sophisticated, natural look. These pairings balance the olive undertones of #8c9b85 while maintaining a modern, professional visual hierarchy.
Is #8c9b85 readable on white or black?
#8c9b85 has a 2.94:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.14:1 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.