#706456 Hex Color

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#706456 is a desaturated, dusky brown with prominent grey undertones. This grounded, organic shade suits vintage branding or rustic website backgrounds. The hex code is #706456. Although it appears muddy if overused, the color pairs effectively with cream or warm off-whites. With a 5.8:1 contrast ratio, standard white text remains perfectly legible against this dark, moody tone.

Questions about #706456

What is #706456 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #706456 is rgb(112, 100, 86), in HSL hsl(32, 13%, 39%) and in CMYK 0%, 11%, 23%, 56%.
What colors pair well with #706456?
Pair this shade with cream or warm off-whites to enhance its natural, rustic character. Using deeper charcoal accents alongside this tone helps ground the design, creating a sophisticated and balanced palette suitable for modern, organic branding.
Is #706456 readable on white or black?
#706456 has a 5.75:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.64:1 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.