#8DA996 Hex Color
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This muted sage green carries heavy grey undertones, creating a dusty, soft appearance. Because it sits back rather than demanding visual attention, it functions well as a neutral background or supporting element in UI design. Black text provides excellent contrast against this shade for clear body copy. The hex code for this ashy green is #8da996, and it pairs effectively with deep charcoal or warm copper.
Questions about #8da996
What is #8da996 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8da996 is rgb(141, 169, 150), in HSL hsl(139, 14%, 61%) and in CMYK 17%, 0%, 11%, 34%.
Which color palettes pair well with #8da996?
Is #8da996 a warm or cool green?
#8da996 reads as a cool, desaturated green due to its heavy grey undertones, which push it away from vibrant, grassy greens. It is visually receded, making it an excellent choice for interfaces that require a calm, non-distracting foundation for black text.
Is #8da996 readable on white or black?
#8da996 has a 2.54:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.24:1 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.