#7D544A Hex Color

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#7d544a is a muted, dusty brown with strong red undertones. This earthy, matte shade feels grounded and serious, avoiding the intensity of bright red. It works well as a supporting element or background in moody palettes rather than a primary focus. Pair it with soft creams or warm grays to maintain contrast. The hex code for this desaturated, mellow tone is #7d544a.

Questions about #7d544a

What is #7d544a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7d544a is rgb(125, 84, 74), in HSL hsl(12, 26%, 39%) and in CMYK 0%, 33%, 41%, 51%.
What color palettes work best with #7d544a?
The strong red undertones of #7d544a pair effectively with cream or warm off-white to create a soft, balanced contrast. You can also mix it with charcoal to lean into a more sophisticated, moody aesthetic for professional layouts.
Is #7d544a readable on white or black?
#7d544a has a 6.48:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.23:1 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.