Emotion & Mood
Personality & Symbolism
Rooted in Japanese culture, nature, and seasonal beauty.
Suitable for backgrounds and subtle design elements.
Color Harmonies
Visual Analysis
Technical Values
| HEX | #89916B |
|---|---|
| RGB | rgb(137, 145, 107) |
| HSL | hsl(73, 15%, 49%) |
| CMYK | 6%, 0%, 26%, 43% |
| Contrast | Dark |
| CSS | background: #89916B; |
Accessibility — WCAG Contrast
WCAG 2.1 requires a contrast ratio of ≥4.5:1 for AA (normal text) and ≥7:1 for AAA. Best text color for this background: black (#000000).
Color Psychology
Color Temperature
This color sits in the transitional zone between warm and cool (hue 73°), creating a balanced sensation that's neither energetic nor cold. It's psychologically versatile.
Visual Weight
This mid-range lightness (49%) creates a balanced visual presence — neither heavy nor ethereal. It works well for both text and interactive elements.
Saturation Impact
The low saturation (15%) gives this color a muted, sophisticated quality. Desaturated colors reduce cognitive load and are associated with professionalism and maturity in design research.
Design Applications
Education & Learning
Stimulates mental activity and optimism — great for educational platforms, children's products, and attention-grabbing CTAs.
Warning & Highlights
High visibility for important notices, safety signage, and UI highlight states.