#714D35 Hex Color
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#714d35 is a muted brown with a dusty, tobacco-like undertone. Its low saturation and mid-dark value give it a calm, grounded feel, and it works best as a supporting tone or background rather than a bright accent. White text reaches about 7.5:1 contrast on it, so it holds up behind small type. It fits coffee brands, leather goods, packaging, and vintage layouts where a flatter beige would feel lifeless.
Questions about #714d35
What is #714d35 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #714d35 is rgb(113, 77, 53), in HSL hsl(24, 36%, 33%) and in CMYK 0%, 32%, 53%, 56%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #714d35?
#714d35 pairs well with cream, muted sage, and soft ochre for an earthy palette. A dusty blue or pale peach adds contrast and keeps the combination from feeling flat.
Is #714d35 readable on white or black?
#714d35 has a 7.45:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.81:1 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.