#746D66 Hex Color
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#746d66 is a muted, dusty brown with strong grey undertones. It functions best as a supporting tone rather than a full background, where it can appear muddy. Because this hex code provides a 5.1:1 contrast ratio, it works well with white text for readable body copy. Pair it with soft cream or sage green for a vintage, organic aesthetic in your next project.
Questions about #746d66
What is #746d66 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #746d66 is rgb(116, 109, 102), in HSL hsl(30, 6%, 43%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 12%, 55%.
What colors pair well with #746d66 in a design palette?
#746d66 works best when balanced against soft, lighter tones that highlight its dusty character without overwhelming it. Try pairing this muted brown with cream for a vintage feel or sage green to emphasize its organic, earthy quality.
Is #746d66 readable on white or black?
#746d66 has a 5.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.12:1 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.