#7B786A Hex Color

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#7b786a is a dusty, desaturated olive-grey with subtle yellow undertones. It serves as a grounded, muted base for minimalist UI designs. Because this hex code maintains a 4.7:1 contrast ratio against black text, it works reliably as a background for readable body copy. Designers should use it to create calm, understated layouts rather than high-energy interfaces.

Questions about #7b786a

What is #7b786a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7b786a is rgb(123, 120, 106), in HSL hsl(49, 7%, 45%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 14%, 52%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Does #7b786a read as a warm or cool color?
While #7b786a appears as a neutral grey at first glance, its subtle yellow undertones give it a distinct warmth that prevents it from feeling sterile or clinical. This organic quality makes it softer than standard cool-toned stone greys.
What colors pair well with #7b786a for a balanced palette?
This muted shade works beautifully when contrasted against deep charcoal for typography or paired with a crisp ivory to highlight its yellow undertones. For a more natural scheme, add touches of terracotta or a dusty rose to ground the design.
Is #7b786a readable on white or black?
#7b786a has a 4.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.73:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.