#806A68 Hex Color
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A dusty, desaturated earth tone, #806a68 sits between a muted red and a dark, ashy grey. This matte shade lacks high chroma, making it an excellent anchor for grounding warmer palettes. Because of its low contrast, it functions best as a supporting text color or background rather than a focal point. The hex code #806a68 pairs cleanly with off-white for accessible, legible interface design.
Questions about #806a68
What is #806a68 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #806a68 is rgb(128, 106, 104), in HSL hsl(5, 10%, 45%) and in CMYK 0%, 17%, 19%, 50%.
How should I use #806a68 in a user interface?
#806a68 works exceptionally well as a supporting background or secondary text color because its low contrast prevents eye strain. It pairs beautifully with off-white or light cream backgrounds for a modern, accessible, and clean aesthetic that feels warm yet professional.
Does #806a68 feel more like a red or a grey?
This color sits directly in the middle, functioning as a bridge between a desaturated red and an ashy grey. Because it lacks high chroma, it acts more like a neutral than a vibrant color, making it perfect for grounding brighter accents.
Is #806a68 readable on white or black?
#806a68 has a 5.02:1 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.