#7B6264 Hex Color
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#7b6264 is a dark, dusty red with ashy gray undertones and a matte, subdued finish. Its low saturation creates a restrained mood, while the red base adds warmth, urgency, and energy. Use it as a supporting tone with ivory or desaturated sage rather than a dominant background. White text reads clearly over this hex code.
Questions about #7b6264
What is #7b6264 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7b6264 is rgb(123, 98, 100), in HSL hsl(355, 11%, 43%) and in CMYK 0%, 20%, 19%, 52%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #7b6264?
#7b6264 pairs well with ivory, muted sage, charcoal, and warm beige because its dusty red base gains balance from lighter neutrals and restrained green tones without overpowering the subdued finish.
Does #7b6264 read as warm or cool?
#7b6264 reads as a warm, muted red overall, though its ashy gray undertones soften the heat and keep it from feeling bright, saturated, or strongly orange in a palette or interface. It works best when you want restrained warmth rather than vivid energy.
Is #7b6264 readable on white or black?
#7b6264 has a 5.56:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.77:1 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.