#726C5D Hex Color
Dusty warmth with a grounded feel
Muted and ashy, #726c5d is a dark yellow with gray-brown undertones and a matte, dusty finish. Its low saturation creates a restrained, steady mood that suits budget, construction, and understated branding. Use the hex code as a supporting tone with warm cream or faded blue, rather than a dominant background. White text reaches about 5.2:1 contrast.
Questions about #726c5d
What is #726c5d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #726c5d is rgb(114, 108, 93), in HSL hsl(43, 10%, 41%) and in CMYK 0%, 5%, 18%, 55%.
What colors pair well with #726c5d?
#726c5d pairs well with warm cream for soft contrast, faded blue for a cooler balance, and charcoal for stronger definition while keeping the overall palette muted, grounded, and visually calm.
Is #726c5d warm or cool?
#726c5d reads as a warm, muted neutral because its dark yellow base is softened by gray-brown undertones, giving it a dusty, matte character rather than a vivid yellow appearance on screen. Its low saturation keeps the warmth restrained.
Is #726c5d readable on white or black?
#726c5d has a 5.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.01:1 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.