#7C6E44 Hex Color
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The hex code #7c6e44 is a warm, ashy olive with low saturation and a mellow yellow-brown undertone. Its earthy, restrained character suggests resilience, tradition, and practical optimism. Use it as a supporting tone for outdoor, organic, construction, or budget-focused branding, paired with brighter accents. White text reaches about 5.0:1 contrast for readable body copy.
Questions about #7c6e44
What is #7c6e44 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7c6e44 is rgb(124, 110, 68), in HSL hsl(45, 29%, 38%) and in CMYK 0%, 11%, 45%, 51%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #7c6e44 in a design palette?
#7c6e44 pairs well with charcoal, cream, muted terracotta, and dark navy because its low saturation leaves room for stronger accents while its warm yellow undertone keeps the palette grounded and cohesive.
Is #7c6e44 readable on white or black?
#7c6e44 has a 5.03:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.17:1 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.