#744C4C Hex Color
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The hex code #744c4c is a dark, muted red with warm brown undertones and a matte, dusty finish. Its low saturation gives designs a serious, grounded mood while the red base adds restrained energy and passion. Use it as a supporting tone in moody branding, food packaging, or sports graphics. Pair it with cream or pale sage. White text reads clearly on it at about 7.3:1 contrast.
Questions about #744c4c
What is #744c4c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #744c4c is rgb(116, 76, 76), in HSL hsl(0, 21%, 38%) and in CMYK 0%, 34%, 34%, 55%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #744c4c?
#744c4c pairs well with cream, pale sage, and soft dusty pink, which lighten its muted warmth without making the palette harsh. Use cream for spacious contrast, sage for a restrained natural feel, and pink when the design needs gentler energy.
Where does #744c4c work best in a design?
#744c4c works best as a supporting tone, dark interface surface, or broad background when the design needs weight without vivid color. Its muted saturation suits moody branding, food packaging, and editorial layouts, while lighter text or accents keep the composition legible.
Is #744c4c readable on white or black?
#744c4c has a 7.28:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.88:1 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.