#807265 Hex Color
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A dusty, muted shade, #807265 leans heavily into brown and gray undertones rather than bright orange. This earthy tone functions best as a supporting neutral for autumn palettes or rustic branding. Pair it with soft cream or slate blue for balance. Since the hex code #807265 offers enough contrast for legible body text, it works well on darker UI backgrounds or solid design elements.
Questions about #807265
What is #807265 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #807265 is rgb(128, 114, 101), in HSL hsl(29, 12%, 45%) and in CMYK 0%, 11%, 21%, 50%.
What colors pair best with #807265?
#807265 works beautifully when balanced with light, airy neutrals or deep, moody accents to create depth. For a clean, professional look, combine it with crisp cream or soft slate blue to highlight its natural, dusty undertones without overpowering the design.
Is #807265 suitable for body text on websites?
#807265 offers sufficient contrast against very light backgrounds, making it a reliable choice for softer, more readable body text than pure black. However, always test the contrast ratio if your background is off-white or light gray to ensure it meets standard accessibility guidelines.
Is #807265 readable on white or black?
#807265 has a 4.65:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.51:1 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 for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.