#74542C Hex Color
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#74542c is a dark, dusty brown with warm undertones and low saturation. Its muted depth reads moody and grounded, which makes it a solid base for coffee, tobacco, and vintage branding. It holds up as a background for large type but can turn muddy in fine detail. White text passes WCAG AA against it at about 6.9:1 contrast.
Questions about #74542c
What is #74542c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #74542c is rgb(116, 84, 44), in HSL hsl(33, 45%, 31%) and in CMYK 0%, 28%, 62%, 55%.
What colors pair well with #74542c?
#74542c pairs well with cream, soft teal, and muted sage. Because the brown is already desaturated, it flatters dusty greens and blues that share its muted character. Stark white next to it can look harsh and wash the brown out.
Is #74542c readable on white or black?
#74542c has a 6.89:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.04:1 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.