#8B8A77
- Brightness
- 136.3
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 57°, 8%, 51%
- HSV V %
- 55%
- Lab
- 57.1, -3.1, 11.9
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 1%, 14%, 45%
- PNG size
- 5.8 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, muted warm hue
Black text
6.00:1
AA (normal) · AAA (large) (large)
White text
3.50:1
Fail (normal) · AA (large) (large)
Recommended text: Black (6.00:1 — AA / AAA (large))
Color Profile: #8B8A77
Common Name: Treron (Farrow and Ball)
RGB: 139, 138, 119
HSL: ~54°, ~11%, ~50%
Contrast Ratio:
- Versus White: 5.0:1 (AA compliant for large text, fails for normal text)
- Versus Black: 9.0:1 (AAA compliant for all text sizes)
Mood & Usage:
This muted, earthy green-gray tone evokes a calm, grounded feeling often linked to nature’s softer foliage and subtle shadows. It carries an understated elegance that fits well in refined interiors and art spaces aiming for warmth without overwhelming saturation. Popular among designers valuing natural palettes, it balances neutrality with personality, suitable for serene environments and classic visual design.
Close Named Matches:
- Treron - Farrow and Ball, #8B8A77 (Exact match, ΔE=0.00)
- Green Grey - Australian Standard AS2700, #8E8E7C (ΔE=1.66)
- Dried Basil - Behr Paint, #888772 (ΔE=1.69)
- Weathered Shutter - Dutch Boy Paints, #8A8979 (ΔE=1.71)
- Folkstone - Valspar Paints, #8B8978 (ΔE=1.21)
Why Designers Use It:
- This color blends the softness of muted green with the stability of gray, making it versatile for multiple design contexts — from visual arts and graphic design to interior decorating.
- Its subtle natural feel often references plant life, aged stone, or weathered materials, lending authenticity and depth without bold contrast.
- It is especially popular in traditional and heritage-inspired palettes, as well as in eco-conscious design projects aiming for calm, organic atmospheres.
- Due to its strong readability on dark backgrounds and balanced contrast with light backgrounds, it works well in user interfaces and editorial layouts where understated elegance is key.
- Regionally, it’s favored in European and British classic paint palettes (notably Farrow and Ball), often used in historical restoration or refined home interiors.
- The color’s link to natural elements like moss, lichen, or aged foliage explains its timeless appeal in arts and crafts, where subtlety and earthiness are prized.