#755240 Hex Color
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#755240 is a muted, dusty brown with strong desaturated undertones. It feels grounded and serious, making it a reliable choice for organic branding or vintage aesthetics. Because it offers a high contrast of 6.9:1 against white text, this hex code works exceptionally well as a dark background for readable, minimal interfaces. Avoid pairing it with other dark earth tones, as it can quickly become muddy.
Questions about #755240
What is #755240 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #755240 is rgb(117, 82, 64), in HSL hsl(20, 29%, 35%) and in CMYK 0%, 30%, 45%, 54%.
How should I use #755240 in interface design?
Use #755240 as a dark background for light text, as it offers a strong 6.9:1 contrast ratio that ensures excellent readability. It works effectively for minimal or organic branding styles when paired with clean, off-white accents instead of standard stark white.
What colors pair well with #755240?
This shade of brown anchors well against soft, desaturated creams or a light sage to maintain an organic, natural feel. Avoid pairing it with other dark earth tones to prevent the palette from becoming muddy or losing necessary visual depth.
Is #755240 readable on white or black?
#755240 has a 6.91:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.03:1 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.