#7A6D53 Hex Color
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This dusty olive tone sits in the mid-tones, providing an earthy and muted foundation. Because it is highly unsaturated, #7a6d53 feels grounded rather than bright. It works best as a supporting background element for nature-focused brands, as it pairs well with cream or off-white text. This hex code provides enough contrast for readable body copy, though it risks looking muddy if paired with other dark, desaturated colors.
Questions about #7a6d53
What is #7a6d53 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7a6d53 is rgb(122, 109, 83), in HSL hsl(40, 19%, 40%) and in CMYK 0%, 11%, 32%, 52%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
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Is #7a6d53 suitable for website body text?
While #7a6d53 provides a sophisticated background, it often lacks the necessary contrast ratio for small body text against standard backgrounds. It is best used for decorative elements, borders, or large headers where accessibility standards are easier to manage.
Is #7a6d53 readable on white or black?
#7a6d53 has a 5.07:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.13:1 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.