#817976 Hex Color
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The hex code #817976 is a muted orange shade with ashy brown and gray undertones. Its low saturation gives it a dusty, weathered feel, while the warm base suggests optimism and adventure. Use it as a supporting tone in autumn palettes, food packaging, or youth-focused designs, since large flat areas can look muddy. Black text reaches about 4.9:1 contrast.
Questions about #817976
What is #817976 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #817976 is rgb(129, 121, 118), in HSL hsl(16, 4%, 48%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 9%, 49%.
What colors pair well with #817976 in a palette?
#817976 pairs well with charcoal, muted teal, cream, and restrained terracotta, giving palettes contrast without losing the shade’s weathered warmth or making it feel overly bright in packaging, posters, and editorial layouts. Use darker tones for structure and cream for breathing room.
Is #817976 readable on white or black?
#817976 has a 4.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.92:1 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.