#9A8E6B Hex Color
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This dusty olive tone is highly unsaturated, creating a grounded, matte appearance that leans heavily into earthiness. Because it has enough contrast for readability, #9a8e6b works well as a supporting background tone in organic or military-inspired UI designs. It reads best when paired with crisp black text, but be careful with placement, as it can appear muddy if used in overly large or dominant blocks.
Questions about #9a8e6b
What is #9a8e6b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9a8e6b is rgb(154, 142, 107), in HSL hsl(45, 19%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 8%, 31%, 40%.
How should I use #9a8e6b in a user interface?
Use #9a8e6b sparingly as a supporting background, as its muted intensity can look muddy in large, solid blocks. It provides excellent readability when paired with high-contrast black or very dark text, making it ideal for organic or military-themed design elements.
What colors pair well with #9a8e6b?
Is #9a8e6b readable on white or black?
#9a8e6b has a 3.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.45:1 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.