#7F7C6B Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
#7f7c6b is a dusty, matte tone that sits between muted yellow and grey. Its understated quality works well as a grounding background element for construction or budget-focused branding. Because this hex code maintains a 5.0:1 contrast ratio, standard black text remains legible against the shade. Use it as a supporting tone rather than a main feature to prevent a washed-out appearance.
Questions about #7f7c6b
What is #7f7c6b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7f7c6b is rgb(127, 124, 107), in HSL hsl(51, 9%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 2%, 16%, 50%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
How should I use #7f7c6b in a professional layout?
Use #7f7c6b primarily as a grounding background or supporting element rather than a main accent. It provides a stable, muted foundation that allows darker text or bold foreground elements to stand out without the visual noise of a standard grey.
What colors pair well with #7f7c6b for a balanced design?
Is #7f7c6b readable on white or black?
#7f7c6b has a 4.20:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.99:1 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.