#8E9D83 Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated shade sits between lime and olive. Its muted quality makes it an excellent neutral base for organic branding or outdoor-focused interfaces. Pair #8e9d83 with a sharp charcoal to prevent the color from appearing muddy on screens. Since it provides sufficient contrast for small body text, the hex code #8e9d83 is both a functional and grounded choice for readable UI design.
Questions about #8e9d83
What is #8e9d83 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8e9d83 is rgb(142, 157, 131), in HSL hsl(95, 12%, 56%) and in CMYK 10%, 0%, 17%, 38%.
What colors pair well with #8e9d83 for UI design?
#8e9d83 works best when anchored by a sharp charcoal or deep slate to maintain readability. For a softer organic look, try pairing this muted olive with warm creams or earthy terracottas to balance its cool, unsaturated undertones.
Is #8e9d83 readable on white or black?
#8e9d83 has a 2.87:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.30:1 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.