Is Matcha Tea Green (#7E884F) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #7E884F achieves a contrast ratio of 3.80:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 4.69:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Matcha Tea Green?

The exact complementary color for #7E884F is #594E88. For analogous pairings, use #88764E and #60884E. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Matcha Tea Green

Matcha Tea Green (#7E884F)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Matcha Tea Green (#7E884F)?

Matcha Tea Green has the HEX code #7E884F. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 126, 136, 79. In HSL, it is 71°, 27%, 42%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:7% M:0% Y:42% K:47%.

Luminance: 23% · Nearest standard name: Matcha Tea Green

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MATCHA TEA GREEN

#7E884F

rgb(126, 136, 79) · hsl(71°, 27%, 42%)

HEX#7E884F

RGB126, 136, 79

HSL71°, 27%, 42%

HSV / HSB71°, 42%, 53%

CMYK (Print)7%, 0%, 42%, 47%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#7E884F#594E88

Analogous

#88764E#7E884F#60884E

Triadic

#7E884F#4E7D88#884E7D

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)3.80:1

Sample text rendered with #7E884F on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)4.69:1

Sample text rendered with #7E884F on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Matcha Tea Green (#7E884F)

Matcha Tea Green (#7E884F) is a distinct shade within the Amber & Yellow chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 23% and a warm color temperature, this tone plays a vital role across web applications, brand identities, and editorial typography. Discover its mathematical harmonies, accessibility metrics, UI engineering roles, and front-end code tokens.

Technical Colorimetry & Coordinate Breakdown

Exact mathematical values across digital display, print press, and human perceptual spaces.

HEX Code#7E884F

RGB Space126, 136, 79

HSL Values71°, 27%, 42%

HSV / HSB71°, 42%, 53%

CMYK Ink7%, 0%, 42%, 47%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Matcha Tea Green

Geometric intervals calculated from #7E884F on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#594E88

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Matcha Tea Green with its polar opposite (#594E88) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#88764E · #60884E

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Matcha Tea Green for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#4E6088 · #764E88

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Matcha Tea Green, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#4E7D88 · #884E7D

Triadic Harmony

Forms an equilateral triangle on the color wheel, generating playful, dynamic energy when balanced against a neutral background.

Rectangular (90°)#4E8876 · #594E88 · #884E60

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

A rich four-color scheme combining two complementary pairs, ideal for complex dashboards, gaming HUDs, and multi-tier charts.

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Matcha Tea Green

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 27% and lightness of 42%, Matcha Tea Green (#7E884F) acts as an attention-grabbing focal point. In user interfaces, reserve it for primary CTA buttons, active state indicators, and notification badges to draw user clicks immediately.

Light Mode SurfaceIdeal for buttons and badges

Dark Mode AdaptationDesaturate slightly for ambient glow

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Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

Embodies tactile warmth, artisan craftsmanship, grounded optimism, and hospitality. Creates an inviting, friendly atmosphere.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Hospitality Resorts, Artisan Food & Dining, Interior Decor, Education. Combining Matcha Tea Green with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Matcha Tea Green

Drop-in design system tokens for CSS, Tailwind CSS, and SCSS.

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-7e884f: #7E884F;
  --color-7e884f-rgb: 126, 136, 79;
  --color-7e884f-hsl: 71deg 27% 42%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '7e884f': '#7E884F',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Matcha Tea Green (#7E884F)

Authoritative answers covering Matcha Tea Green color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Matcha Tea Green (#7E884F)?

Matcha Tea Green is defined by the HEX code #7E884F. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:126, G:136, B:79. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:71°, Saturation:27%, Lightness:42%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 71°, 42%, 53%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:7%, M:0%, Y:42%, K:47%.

Does Matcha Tea Green (#7E884F) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Matcha Tea Green achieves a contrast ratio of 3.80:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 4.69:1 (Passing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Matcha Tea Green (#7E884F)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #7E884F is #594E88. When placed side-by-side, #7E884F and #594E88 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for Matcha Tea Green in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

How can I copy and export Matcha Tea Green into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Matcha Tea Green in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #7E884F; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Matcha Tea Green using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Matcha Tea Green (#7E884F) belong to?

Matcha Tea Green belongs to the Amber & Yellow family (Warm spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Amber & Yellow Color Guide.