#756466 Hex Color
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This dusty, matte red feels dim and gloomy, leaning heavily into its grey undertones. Because it is so muted, #756466 functions best as a supporting background rather than a vibrant pop of color. It creates a readable contrast for white text, making it a safe choice for soft, understated UI elements. Designers should pair this hex code with warm cream or slate for a balanced, modern palette.
Questions about #756466
What is #756466 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #756466 is rgb(117, 100, 102), in HSL hsl(353, 8%, 43%) and in CMYK 0%, 15%, 13%, 54%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
How can I effectively use #756466 in a design palette?
Is #756466 considered a warm or cool color?
Despite being a red-based hue, #756466 leans decidedly cool because of its heavy grey desaturation. Its dusty quality makes it feel more like a neutral taupe than a standard red, which helps it blend seamlessly into professional, minimal interfaces.
Is #756466 readable on white or black?
#756466 has a 5.56:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.77:1 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.