#7D7259 Hex Color
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#7d7259 is a dusty, desaturated olive that feels humble and grounded. Because it is so muted, this color works as a neutral background for organic or outdoor brand designs. Pair it with deep charcoal or warm white to avoid a muddy appearance. Since white text reads clearly against this hex code, #7d7259 is useful for UI elements requiring readable body copy.
Questions about #7d7259
What is #7d7259 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7d7259 is rgb(125, 114, 89), in HSL hsl(42, 17%, 42%) and in CMYK 0%, 9%, 29%, 51%.
What colors pair best with #7d7259?
Pair #7d7259 with deep charcoal or soft off-whites to maintain a sophisticated contrast. Because this shade is so muted, using it alongside vibrant colors often causes a muddy look, whereas dark neutrals keep the design crisp and readable.
Is #7d7259 readable on white or black?
#7d7259 has a 4.74:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.42:1 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.