#714A31 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted brown carries a serious and grounded energy. Because of its low saturation, #714a31 works best as a supporting tone rather than a large background field, where it might feel too heavy or muddy. It pairs exceptionally well with muted sage greens or creamy off-whites. The hex code #714a31 provides excellent contrast for white text, making it a reliable choice for legible, vintage-inspired typography.
Questions about #714a31
What is #714a31 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #714a31 is rgb(113, 74, 49), in HSL hsl(23, 40%, 32%) and in CMYK 0%, 35%, 57%, 56%.
What colors pair best with the brown of #714a31?
#714a31 anchors designs exceptionally well when placed against sage or olive greens, which emphasize its natural, organic qualities. For a cleaner look, pairing it with creamy off-whites creates a balanced, high-contrast effect perfect for legible, vintage-style typography.
Should I use #714a31 as a background or text color?
#714a31 is most effective when used as a supporting accent or text color rather than a large background field. Its low saturation can feel heavy or muddy in massive blocks, so use it to ground your design while leaving negative space open.
Is #714a31 readable on white or black?
#714a31 has a 7.70:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.72:1 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.