#97B18E Hex Color
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This muted, dusty green leans into gray undertones to create a soft, approachable aesthetic. Because it is highly unsaturated, #97b18e functions best as a calm background shade rather than a punchy accent. It pairs unexpectedly well with deep charcoal or burnt orange, grounding bright palettes. The hex code #97b18e offers enough contrast for readable black text, making it a reliable choice for UI designs and organic branding.
Questions about #97b18e
What is #97b18e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #97b18e is rgb(151, 177, 142), in HSL hsl(105, 18%, 63%) and in CMYK 15%, 0%, 20%, 31%.
What colors work well with #97b18e?
This shade pairs beautifully with earthy tones like charcoal or terracotta to create a grounded, natural palette. The dusty gray undertones also make it a versatile choice for modern, minimal branding that requires an organic feel.
Is #97b18e readable on white or black?
#97b18e has a 2.33:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.99:1 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.