#706151 Hex Color
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#706151 is a dim, dusty brown with heavy grey undertones. It feels grounded and reliable, working well as a supporting neutral for artisan or vintage-inspired branding. Because of its low saturation, avoid using it in large, flat blocks, which can look muddy. Instead, pair it with off-white or muted sage for better readability. This hex code provides excellent contrast for white text in UI elements.
Questions about #706151
What is #706151 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #706151 is rgb(112, 97, 81), in HSL hsl(31, 16%, 38%) and in CMYK 0%, 13%, 28%, 56%.
What colors pair well with the #706151 brown?
#706151 creates a sophisticated palette when paired with muted tones like sage or soft off-whites. Because it is a desaturated, heavy neutral, it acts as a reliable anchor that allows brighter accent colors to stand out without overwhelming the design.
Is #706151 readable on white or black?
#706151 has a 5.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.51:1 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.