#8CA888 Hex Color
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#8ca888 is a muted, dusty green with gray undertones and a soft, mid-light value. The hex code #8ca888 works well as a supporting tone for organic branding, pharmacy interfaces, spring themes, and natural packaging. Pair it with warm ivory or deep plum, while black text offers about 8.1:1 contrast for accessible body copy.
Questions about #8ca888
What is #8ca888 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8ca888 is rgb(140, 168, 136), in HSL hsl(112, 16%, 60%) and in CMYK 17%, 0%, 19%, 34%.
What colors pair well with #8ca888?
#8ca888 pairs well with warm ivory for a gentle natural palette, while deep plum adds contrast and character. Terracotta can introduce warmth, and muted neutrals help preserve its quiet, organic feel.
Is #8ca888 readable on white or black?
#8ca888 has a 2.60:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.07:1 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.