#787773 Hex Color
A balanced earthy grey with stone undertones
Muted and earthy, #787773 acts as a reliable neutral that anchors busy layouts. Its dusty appearance works best in UI backgrounds or wireframes where you need stability rather than attention. Because this shade offers a contrast ratio of 4.7:1 against black, it remains perfectly readable for body text. The hex code for this balanced grey is #787773.
Questions about #787773
What is #787773 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #787773 is rgb(120, 119, 115), in HSL hsl(48, 2%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 1%, 4%, 53%.
Is #787773 suitable for primary text on a white background?
While #787773 is highly readable for UI elements like borders or secondary text, it may fail WCAG accessibility standards for body copy on pure white. Pair it with charcoal for main paragraphs to ensure sufficient contrast ratios.
Does #787773 read as a warm or cool grey?
This shade leans slightly warm due to its earthy undertones, preventing it from feeling sterile or clinical like a true neutral grey. Use it when you need a grounding effect that feels softer than standard grays.
Is #787773 readable on white or black?
#787773 has a 4.48:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.68:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.