#978E6C Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated shade occupies the space between yellow and olive. Because it reads as a muted neutral, #978e6c works best as a grounding background element in outdoor or organic brand palettes. It pairs effectively with deep charcoal or matte black text, ensuring strong readability. Use this hex code sparingly to maintain a sense of calm understatement rather than a washed-out, muddy appearance.
Questions about #978e6c
What is #978e6c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #978e6c is rgb(151, 142, 108), in HSL hsl(47, 17%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 28%, 41%.
Is #978e6c suitable for web typography?
Using #978e6c for body text will likely fail web accessibility standards due to its lack of contrast against light backgrounds. Instead, treat this shade as a background element and use dark charcoal or deep brown colors for any text to guarantee proper legibility.
What color palettes complement #978e6c?
Because #978e6c is a desaturated, muted neutral, it pairs best with bold, high-contrast colors or very dark tones. Combining it with terracotta or deep navy creates a sophisticated, earth-toned look that feels grounded rather than washed out.
Is #978e6c readable on white or black?
#978e6c has a 3.28:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.40:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.