#827371 Hex Color
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#827371 is a dusty, muted shade that leans heavily into grey while holding onto faint reddish undertones. Because of this desaturated quality, it functions best as a supporting tone or neutral base rather than a primary accent. It pairs unexpectedly well with deep teals or soft creams. Black text remains legible against this hex code, meeting accessibility standards for small body text.
Questions about #827371
What is #827371 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #827371 is rgb(130, 115, 113), in HSL hsl(7, 7%, 48%) and in CMYK 0%, 12%, 13%, 49%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #827371?
Is #827371 suitable for body text?
Yes, #827371 provides enough darkness to remain legible when used as text against light backgrounds. It meets standard contrast accessibility requirements for larger body text, though you should verify your specific background color to ensure it maintains clear readability for all users.
Is #827371 readable on white or black?
#827371 has a 4.52:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.63:1 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.