#79695B Hex Color
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Muted and ashy, #79695b is a dark, dusty orange with brown undertones and a matte, almost gray finish. Its understated warmth suits coffee, chocolate, artisan, organic, and autumn branding, while navy or faded cream adds definition. Use it as a supporting tone rather than a dominant background, with white text providing about 5.3:1 contrast. The hex code is #79695b.
Questions about #79695b
What is #79695b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #79695b is rgb(121, 105, 91), in HSL hsl(28, 14%, 42%) and in CMYK 0%, 13%, 25%, 53%.
What colors pair well with #79695b?
Does #79695b look warm or cool?
#79695b reads as a warm, subdued color because its orange-brown base outweighs the cool effect of its gray, ashy finish, creating an earthy, reserved mood that feels softer and more grounded than a clear orange.
Is #79695b readable on white or black?
#79695b has a 5.27:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.98:1 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.