#786E6C Hex Color
A grounded and dusty earthy red
#786e6c is a dusty, ashy red with heavy grey undertones that dampen its natural energy. This muted shade works best as a supporting neutral or background color rather than a primary focus. Pair it with crisp white or cream to ensure readability, as it meets WCAG AA standards for body text contrast. Its subdued character brings a grounded, professional feel to UI layouts.
Questions about #786e6c
What is #786e6c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #786e6c is rgb(120, 110, 108), in HSL hsl(10, 5%, 45%) and in CMYK 0%, 8%, 10%, 53%.
Does #786e6c pair well with other neutrals?
Is #786e6c considered a warm or cool color?
While #786e6c is fundamentally a red-based hue, its heavy grey saturation pushes it into a neutral territory that feels neither aggressively hot nor cold. This unique balance makes it highly versatile for corporate branding and muted UI palettes.
Is #786e6c readable on white or black?
#786e6c has a 4.94:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.24:1 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.