#80706B Hex Color
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This dusty, muted taupe blends greyish undertones with a subtle reddish warmth. Its low saturation makes #80706b an effective neutral for grounding UI elements without appearing stark. Because it offers good contrast with white text, it works well as a background for readable body copy. Pair it with soft, creamy off-whites to avoid the muddy look that can sometimes happen with darker, muted tones.
Questions about #80706b
What is #80706b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #80706b is rgb(128, 112, 107), in HSL hsl(14, 9%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 13%, 16%, 50%.
What colors pair well with #80706b in a design palette?
Is #80706b suitable for text backgrounds?
Yes, #80706b works effectively as a background color for readable body copy, provided you pair it with high-contrast, clean white text. Its low saturation ensures it remains a grounding neutral that does not overpower the content while providing a softer feel than standard black or gray.
Is #80706b readable on white or black?
#80706b has a 4.72:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.44:1 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.