#817B78 Hex Color
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Warm grey like this shows up in UI chrome, editorial layouts, and architectural finishes. #817b78 is a mid-tone grey with a faint brown undertone, so it reads softer than slate. The hex code works best as a supporting tone, flanking muted plum or dusty teal. Black text passes AA against it at about 5.0:1 contrast. At large sizes it can turn muddy, so test it beside sharper neutrals.
Questions about #817b78
What is #817b78 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #817b78 is rgb(129, 123, 120), in HSL hsl(20, 4%, 49%) and in CMYK 0%, 5%, 7%, 49%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #817b78?
Muted plum, dusty teal, and soft cream all sit comfortably beside #817b78. Its faint brown undertone keeps combinations from feeling cold, so bright blues and icy pastels tend to clash. Warm wood tones and off-whites are safer neighbors.
Is #817b78 readable on white or black?
#817b78 has a 4.16:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.03:1 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.