#705D52 Hex Color
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A dark, muted brown with gray and ashy undertones, #705d52 feels serious, grounded, and slightly gloomy without looking harsh. Its matte quality suits coffee, tobacco, craft, and vintage branding, especially as a supporting tone beside cream or faded copper. Use the hex code #705d52 for moody backgrounds or large type, with white text offering about 6.2:1 contrast.
Questions about #705d52
What is #705d52 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #705d52 is rgb(112, 93, 82), in HSL hsl(22, 15%, 38%) and in CMYK 0%, 17%, 27%, 56%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #705d52?
The best pairings for #705d52 are cream, faded copper, and terracotta, adding warmth while respecting its muted brown base; sage or charcoal can create a quieter, more restrained palette for editorial layouts, packaging, and interiors.
Does #705d52 read as warm or cool?
#705d52 reads as a warm-leaning brown, but its gray and ashy undertones soften that warmth and give it a subdued, slightly cool cast. It feels grounded rather than reddish, especially beside cream, bright orange, or other saturated warm colors.
Is #705d52 readable on white or black?
#705d52 has a 6.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.37:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.