#76554C Hex Color
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This muted, dusty brown carries a strong reddish undertone that feels grounded and serious. Because of its low saturation, #76554c works best as a supporting tone rather than a large background. It pairs exceptionally well with muted creams or sage greens to soften its intensity. With a 6.6:1 contrast ratio against white, it remains highly legible for body text on dark, moody interfaces.
Questions about #76554c
What is #76554c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #76554c is rgb(118, 85, 76), in HSL hsl(13, 22%, 38%) and in CMYK 0%, 28%, 36%, 54%.
What colors pair best with #76554c?
This muted brown works beautifully when balanced by lighter, cooler tones that provide necessary contrast. Pairing #76554c with a soft sage green or a warm cream prevents the reddish undertones from appearing too heavy or dull in your layout.
Does #76554c work well for body text?
Because #76554c maintains a 6.6:1 contrast ratio against pure white, it is quite legible for body text on light backgrounds. Use it as an alternative to standard black or dark grey when you want a warmer, more organic feel.
Is #76554c readable on white or black?
#76554c has a 6.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.17:1 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.