#746F69 Hex Color
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#746f69 is a muted, dusty brown with strong grey undertones. It acts as a reliable, grounded neutral, perfect for retro branding or organic packaging design. Use it as a base to let bright accents stand out, as it can feel too muddy if overused. This hex code meets accessibility requirements for body text, providing enough contrast for white text to remain legible.
Questions about #746f69
What is #746f69 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #746f69 is rgb(116, 111, 105), in HSL hsl(33, 5%, 43%) and in CMYK 0%, 4%, 9%, 55%.
What colors pair best with #746f69 in a palette?
#746f69 works beautifully when contrasted with soft, muted tones like sage or warm creams, which highlight its earthy, grounded nature. Avoid overly vibrant neons, which can clash with the sophisticated, desaturated character of this specific brown.
Is #746f69 readable on white or black?
#746f69 has a 4.97:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.22:1 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.