#97A897 Hex Color
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The hex code #97a897 is a muted, ashy green with dusty gray undertones and medium-light value. Its low saturation gives it a steady, dependable feel, suited to sustainability, pharmacy, gardening, and finance branding. Use it as a supporting tone beside charcoal or warm cream; black text also reads clearly on this shade in accessible interfaces.
Questions about #97a897
What is #97a897 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #97a897 is rgb(151, 168, 151), in HSL hsl(120, 9%, 63%) and in CMYK 10%, 0%, 10%, 34%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #97a897?
Pair #97a897 with charcoal for strong text contrast, while warm cream and muted terracotta add warmth without overpowering its dusty green base in packaging, editorial layouts, and restrained brand palettes.
Is #97a897 readable on white or black?
#97a897 has a 2.51:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.36:1 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.