#763726 Hex Color
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This unsaturated red is warm, deep, and carries a serious, muted intensity. Because #763726 sits comfortably in the dark range, it provides excellent contrast for white text, making it a functional choice for high-legibility backgrounds. Pair it with soft cream or slate gray to balance its heavy, moody weight. Designers often favor this hex code for formal branding where traditional, grounded strength matters more than bright energy.
Questions about #763726
What is #763726 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #763726 is rgb(118, 55, 38), in HSL hsl(13, 51%, 31%) and in CMYK 0%, 53%, 68%, 54%.
How can I balance the heavy weight of #763726 in a layout?
Is #763726 a suitable choice for body text?
While #763726 is highly legible against white, it works best as a primary brand color or a bold accent rather than paragraph text. Its deep, unsaturated tone provides a strong visual anchor that demands attention without the vibration of bright reds.
Is #763726 readable on white or black?
#763726 has a 8.95:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.34:1 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.