#736456 Hex Color
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The hex code #736456 is a dark, muted orange-brown with ashy gray undertones. Its low saturation gives layouts a matte, grounded feel, suggesting warmth and reliability without demanding attention. Use it as a supporting tone for coffee, craft, agriculture, or vintage branding, pairing it with cream or faded blue. White text reaches about 5.7:1 contrast.
Questions about #736456
What is #736456 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #736456 is rgb(115, 100, 86), in HSL hsl(29, 14%, 39%) and in CMYK 0%, 13%, 25%, 55%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #736456?
#736456 pairs well with cream, faded blue, and soft navy, which sharpen its muted warmth without making a palette feel harsh; use cream for an airy base, faded blue for contrast, or terracotta for a warmer, earthy combination.
Does #736456 look warm or cool?
#736456 reads as a warm, muted color because its orange-brown base outweighs its ashy gray undertones, while the gray keeps the shade restrained and gives it a slightly weathered appearance. It adds grounded warmth without dominating nearby colors.
Is #736456 readable on white or black?
#736456 has a 5.69:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.68:1 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.