#7B604A Hex Color

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A muted, dusty brown with subtle orange undertones, #7b604a feels understated and weathered. Because this color is so desaturated, it avoids looking vibrant, working best as a grounding neutral for vintage or organic branding. Pair it with soft cream for better readability, as white text can appear harsh against its dark surface. The hex code for this dim, reliable shade is #7b604a.

Questions about #7b604a

What is #7b604a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7b604a is rgb(123, 96, 74), in HSL hsl(27, 25%, 39%) and in CMYK 0%, 22%, 40%, 52%.
What colors pair well with #7b604a?
#7b604a works beautifully as a grounding base when paired with cream for soft readability or navy for a more structured, high-contrast palette. Because it is so desaturated, it also harmonizes well with muted sage greens or warm terracotta tones.
Is #7b604a considered a warm or cool brown?
#7b604a is a distinctly warm brown due to its subtle orange undertones, which prevent it from feeling like a cold, flat gray. This inherent warmth makes it an excellent choice for designs aiming for an organic, weathered, or vintage aesthetic.
Is #7b604a readable on white or black?
#7b604a has a 5.81:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.61:1 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.