#755023 Hex Color

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This dark, unsaturated brown feels grounded and moody, working well for organic or artisan branding. The hex code #755023 provides strong contrast against white text, passing accessibility standards with a 7.2:1 ratio. Designers often use this shade to add warmth to UI backgrounds or vintage-inspired layouts. Avoid using it in massive, solid blocks, as it can appear muddy when applied to large areas.

Questions about #755023

What is #755023 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #755023 is rgb(117, 80, 35), in HSL hsl(33, 54%, 30%) and in CMYK 0%, 32%, 70%, 54%.
What colors pair best with #755023 in design?
This earthy shade creates sophisticated contrast when paired with creamy off-whites or soft cream backgrounds. For a natural, organic palette, consider combining #755023 with muted sage or deep terracotta tones to balance its grounded, unsaturated intensity.
Is #755023 readable on white or black?
#755023 has a 7.17:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.92:1 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.