#736E6C Hex Color
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This muted, dusty grey carries a grounded, professional feel that works well in minimal design systems. Because #736e6c offers solid contrast against white, it serves effectively as a stable base for UI components or typography. Use it as a secondary tone to anchor brighter colors, as it can appear slightly flat when used in isolation across large, empty layouts. The hex code for this shade is #736e6c.
Questions about #736e6c
What is #736e6c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #736e6c is rgb(115, 110, 108), in HSL hsl(17, 3%, 44%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 6%, 55%.
How should I use #736e6c in a color palette?
#736e6c functions best as a stabilizing anchor for high-contrast palettes rather than a primary accent. Pair this muted grey with clean white backgrounds or soft, desaturated blues to keep your design feeling professional, grounded, and modern.
Is #736e6c considered a warm or cool neutral?
#736e6c leans toward a warm, earthy tone due to its subtle brown undertones. This warmth makes it feel more approachable and less clinical than a standard, cool-toned charcoal or slate grey, which are often purely blue-based.
Is #736e6c readable on white or black?
#736e6c has a 5.02:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.17:1 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.