#7B4605 Hex Color

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Dark and muted, #7b4605 is a warm brown with earthy orange undertones. Its low lightness creates a serious, grounded mood, while its warmth suggests comfort and security. Use this hex code for backgrounds or supporting tones in vintage, coffee, chocolate, agriculture, and organic branding. White text reads clearly over it at about 7.7:1 contrast.

Questions about #7b4605

What is #7b4605 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7b4605 is rgb(123, 70, 5), in HSL hsl(33, 92%, 25%) and in CMYK 0%, 43%, 96%, 52%.
What colors pair well with #7b4605?
#7b4605 pairs well with cream, beige, muted gold, and sage, while soft blue accents offer contrast without overpowering its earthy warmth; lighter neutrals keep layouts calm, whereas burgundy creates a richer, more dramatic palette.
Does #7b4605 look warm or cool?
#7b4605 reads as a warm brown because its hue leans toward orange, giving it an earthy, grounded character that can suggest comfort, stability, and craftsmanship in backgrounds, packaging, or supporting brand elements.
Is #7b4605 readable on white or black?
#7b4605 has a 7.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.72:1 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 is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.