#744E38 Hex Color
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#744e38 is a dusty, unsaturated brown with a matte finish. This earthy tone provides a stable, serious foundation for branding in agriculture or artisan goods. Because the shade is dark, white text offers excellent legibility with a 7.3:1 contrast ratio, making it a reliable choice for readable background blocks. Pair this hex code with cream or muted gold to enhance its organic character.
Questions about #744e38
What is #744e38 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #744e38 is rgb(116, 78, 56), in HSL hsl(22, 35%, 34%) and in CMYK 0%, 33%, 52%, 55%.
What colors pair best with #744e38 for a balanced palette?
Is #744e38 a good choice for text-heavy backgrounds?
Yes, #744e38 serves as an excellent background choice for white text because it maintains a high 7.3:1 contrast ratio. This makes it a reliable, readable foundation for web blocks or printed artisan materials that require both seriousness and accessibility.
Is #744e38 readable on white or black?
#744e38 has a 7.26:1 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.