#745B4C Hex Color
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#745b4c is a dark, muted brown with warm red and gray undertones. Its low saturation gives it a dusty, matte quality that feels serious, grounded, and understated. Use it as a supporting tone in coffee, craft, organic, or vintage branding, or for moody backgrounds. White text reads clearly on this hex code with about 6.3:1 contrast, meeting WCAG AA for body text.
Questions about #745b4c
What is #745b4c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #745b4c is rgb(116, 91, 76), in HSL hsl(23, 21%, 38%) and in CMYK 0%, 22%, 34%, 55%.
What colors pair well with #745b4c?
#745b4c pairs well with dusty cream, muted sage, and desaturated blue, which add light or restrained contrast without making its brown base feel harsh. This combination suits packaging, editorial layouts, and grounded brand palettes.
Is #745b4c readable on white or black?
#745b4c has a 6.28:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.34:1 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.