#785D57 Hex Color
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Muted and dusty, #785d57 is a dark reddish shade with ashy undertones and very low saturation. Its matte depth suits understated branding, food packaging, and caution-focused layouts. Use the hex code #785d57 as a supporting tone with warm ivory and desaturated blue. White text remains readable at about 6.0:1 contrast, making it practical for compact UI text.
Questions about #785d57
What is #785d57 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #785d57 is rgb(120, 93, 87), in HSL hsl(11, 16%, 41%) and in CMYK 0%, 22%, 27%, 53%.
What colors pair well with #785d57?
#785d57 pairs well with warm ivory, muted blue, and sage, because these colors balance its dusty red-brown base while preserving a soft, restrained palette for packaging, editorial layouts, and understated brand systems.
Does #785d57 read as warm or cool?
#785d57 reads as a warm, muted shade because its red-brown base carries more earthy red than blue, while its grayness keeps the warmth subdued across backgrounds and broad color fields. It feels grounded and weathered rather than bright.
Is #785d57 readable on white or black?
#785d57 has a 5.99:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.50:1 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.