#766B60 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted brown leans heavily into grey territory. Its low saturation makes it a reliable neutral for minimalist, vintage-inspired UI designs. The hex code #766b60 provides enough contrast for white text, ensuring accessibility for body content. It can easily look muddy if paired poorly, so use it as a grounding base rather than a focal point.
Questions about #766b60
What is #766b60 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #766b60 is rgb(118, 107, 96), in HSL hsl(30, 10%, 42%) and in CMYK 0%, 9%, 19%, 54%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Why does #766b60 look muddy in some UI designs?
#766b60 has low saturation and heavy grey undertones, which can appear dull if used as a primary focal point or against low-contrast backgrounds. Balance it with bright, clean whites or vibrant accent colors to keep your interface looking intentional and crisp rather than washed out.
Is #766b60 readable on white or black?
#766b60 has a 5.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.04:1 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.