#7D6B57 Hex Color
A grounded and reliable dusty brown
This dusty brown carries strong gray undertones, resulting in a muted, matte appearance that feels grounded and reliable. Because it is highly unsaturated, #7d6b57 works best as a neutral base or supporting element rather than a dominant color. Pair it with crisp white or deep charcoal to prevent the shade from feeling too muddy, as it provides a stable, understated foundation for vintage or organic design themes.
Questions about #7d6b57
What is #7d6b57 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7d6b57 is rgb(125, 107, 87), in HSL hsl(32, 18%, 42%) and in CMYK 0%, 14%, 30%, 51%.
What colors pair well with #7d6b57?
This color excels when balanced against high-contrast neutrals like charcoal or crisp white to prevent a muddy appearance. For a richer, organic palette, try combining it with muted earth tones like sage green or a soft, dusty terracotta.
Is #7d6b57 considered a warm or cool neutral?
It is effectively a cool-leaning neutral due to the heavy gray desaturation, though it retains the earthy heritage of brown. Because of this, it feels more reserved and professional than standard, warm-toned tans or chocolate browns.
Is #7d6b57 readable on white or black?
#7d6b57 has a 5.10:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.11:1 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.