#7A6559 Hex Color
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#7a6559 is a muted, ashy brown with a warm orange undertone and a dim, matte finish. Its low saturation feels grounded and understated, fitting coffee, chocolate, artisan, vintage, and autumn palettes. Use it as a supporting tone beside cream or muted sage; it can look muddy across large areas. White text reaches about 5.5:1 contrast on this hex code.
Questions about #7a6559
What is #7a6559 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7a6559 is rgb(122, 101, 89), in HSL hsl(22, 16%, 41%) and in CMYK 0%, 17%, 27%, 52%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #7a6559?
#7a6559 pairs well with cream, muted sage, and dark navy because its dusty warmth gains definition without becoming bright. Use cream for softer layouts and navy for stronger contrast in branding, packaging, or editorial work.
Is #7a6559 readable on white or black?
#7a6559 has a 5.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.83:1 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.