#68514B Hex Color
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This muted, dusty brown carries heavy reddish undertones, creating a grounded and serious mood. Because of its dark, matte quality, #68514b works best as a supporting background or for subtle text elements. It pairs well with soft creams or warm off-whites to maintain readability. The hex code for this color is #68514b, and it offers excellent contrast when paired with white text for modern, moody user interfaces.
Questions about #68514b
What is #68514b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #68514b is rgb(104, 81, 75), in HSL hsl(12, 16%, 35%) and in CMYK 0%, 22%, 28%, 59%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #68514b for UI design?
#68514b creates a sophisticated, grounded aesthetic when paired with cream or warm off-white tones. These lighter neutrals provide the necessary contrast to keep the dark, matte quality of this brown readable while maintaining a cohesive and intentional color palette.
Is #68514b readable on white or black?
#68514b has a 7.32:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.86:1 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.