#8CBF9D Hex Color
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This ashy, unsaturated green offers a soft, stable backdrop for UI design. Because black text provides a strong 10.1:1 contrast ratio, the hex code #8cbf9d is excellent for readable body copy. It avoids the intensity of brighter mints and pairs effectively with charcoal grays in branding. Designers rely on this muted tone for organic, balanced compositions that feel approachable.
Questions about #8cbf9d
What is #8cbf9d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8cbf9d is rgb(140, 191, 157), in HSL hsl(140, 28%, 65%) and in CMYK 27%, 0%, 18%, 25%.
What colors pair best with #8cbf9d in a design scheme?
The most effective pairings for #8cbf9d include deep, neutral tones like charcoal or slate gray to ground the design. These dark neutrals balance the light, ashy nature of the green, preventing the composition from feeling washed out or overly bright.
Is #8cbf9d readable on white or black?
#8cbf9d has a 2.08:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.05:1 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.