#7A5B64 Hex Color
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#7a5b64 is a dusky, muted mauve with a strong ashy undertone. This dark, unsaturated shade feels restrained and grounded, making it an excellent alternative to standard neutrals in branding or fashion layouts. Because it carries a heavy, matte finish, it works best as a supporting background or border color. Use white text over this hex code to ensure strong readability and visual clarity.
Questions about #7a5b64
What is #7a5b64 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7a5b64 is rgb(122, 91, 100), in HSL hsl(343, 15%, 42%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 18%, 52%.
What colors pair best with #7a5b64?
Because #7a5b64 has strong ashy undertones, it creates a sophisticated contrast when paired with cream or warm beige. Avoid pairing it with high-contrast neon brights, which can clash with its restrained, matte nature.
Is #7a5b64 considered a warm or cool color?
This color acts as a cool-toned neutral due to its heavy desaturation and gray-purple base. It lacks the vibrant punch of warmer magentas, making it an ideal choice for design systems needing a subtle, serious, or professional aesthetic.
Is #7a5b64 readable on white or black?
#7a5b64 has a 5.98:1 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.