#96A68F Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated shade of green reads like a muted botanical tone. Because it is highly desaturated, #96a68f works best as a supporting background rather than a main focal point. Pair it with deep charcoal or black text for excellent readability. The hex code #96a68f brings a grounded, dependable quality to branding and UI designs that require a touch of natural stability without being too loud.
Questions about #96a68f
What is #96a68f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #96a68f is rgb(150, 166, 143), in HSL hsl(102, 11%, 61%) and in CMYK 10%, 0%, 14%, 35%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #96a68f in a design palette?
Is #96a68f considered a warm or cool shade of green?
#96a68f leans slightly cool, carrying a dusty, greyish undertone that keeps it from feeling overly vibrant or grassy. This makes it an ideal choice for UI designs where you need a natural element that doesn't distract from core content.
Is #96a68f readable on white or black?
#96a68f has a 2.57:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.14:1 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.