#726555 Hex Color
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A dusty, muted brown with significant grey undertones, #726555 feels grounded and understated. It functions well as a neutral base in vintage-inspired palettes or artisan branding. Because of its low saturation, it can look muddy if paired with other earth tones, so use it alongside crisp whites or soft creams for contrast. The hex code for this dim, reliable color is #726555.
Questions about #726555
What is #726555 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #726555 is rgb(114, 101, 85), in HSL hsl(33, 15%, 39%) and in CMYK 0%, 11%, 25%, 55%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Which colors pair best with #726555 for a balanced design?
Does #726555 lean more warm or cool in a palette?
Despite being a brown, #726555 leans cool due to its significant grey desaturation. This makes it a sophisticated alternative to standard warm earth tones, offering a more professional and restrained feel for print or web design.
Is #726555 readable on white or black?
#726555 has a 5.66:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.70:1 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.