#674E42 Hex Color
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Dark and muted, the hex code #674e42 creates a dusty brown with warm gray undertones. Its low saturation and matte finish suggest seriousness, reliability, and comfort without demanding attention. Use it for vintage branding, coffee packaging, artisan goods, or moody backgrounds. Pair it with faded sage or cream, while white text achieves about a 7.6:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #674e42
What is #674e42 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #674e42 is rgb(103, 78, 66), in HSL hsl(19, 22%, 33%) and in CMYK 0%, 24%, 36%, 60%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Is #674e42 a warm or cool color?
The hex color #674e42 reads as a warm, muted brown because its red and green channels outweigh blue, while low saturation adds a gray cast that softens its earthy orange influence. It feels grounded and understated rather than bright or strongly orange.
What colors pair well with #674e42?
#674e42 pairs well with cream, white, and faded sage, which brighten its dark, matte base without fighting its warm gray undertones. These combinations work for calm layouts, packaging, and branding that needs an earthy, dependable foundation.
Is #674e42 readable on white or black?
#674e42 has a 7.64:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.74:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.