#826858 Hex Color
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Muted and matte, #826858 blends dusky orange with gray-brown undertones for a grounded, slightly gloomy feel. Its low saturation suits vintage branding, coffee and chocolate packaging, autumn layouts, and warm supporting elements. Pair it with cream or deep navy. White text remains readable at about 5.2:1 contrast. The hex code is #826858.
Questions about #826858
What is #826858 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #826858 is rgb(130, 104, 88), in HSL hsl(23, 19%, 43%) and in CMYK 0%, 20%, 32%, 49%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #826858?
Cream and deep navy pair well with #826858 because their lighter and cooler qualities balance its muted gray-brown warmth, creating a grounded palette with enough contrast for packaging, editorial layouts, and supporting UI elements.
Is #826858 warm or cool?
#826858 reads as a warm, muted color because its dusky orange influence outweighs the cooler effect of its gray-brown undertones, giving it a subdued, earthy character rather than a crisp or lively appearance.
Is #826858 readable on white or black?
#826858 has a 5.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.07:1 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.