#787474 Hex Color
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This mid-tone grey offers a dusty, grounded neutrality perfect for minimalist UI backgrounds. It maintains stability without feeling too stark. Because white text provides a 4.6:1 contrast ratio against this shade, it remains accessible for readable body copy. The hex code #787474 pairs well with warm off-whites or desaturated earth tones to prevent the layout from appearing muddy.
Questions about #787474
What is #787474 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #787474 is rgb(120, 116, 116), in HSL hsl(0, 2%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 3%, 3%, 53%.
What colors pair well with #787474?
This grounded grey works best when accented by warm off-whites or desaturated earth tones. To prevent the layout from appearing muddy, try pairing it with creams or soft terracotta tones to add subtle visual depth.
Is #787474 readable on white or black?
#787474 has a 4.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.54:1 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 for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.