#827C79 Hex Color
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This muted, mid-tone grey features subtle brown undertones that prevent it from appearing flat. Because it offers high contrast for black typography, #827c79 functions effectively as a stable, professional background color for modern interfaces. Avoid pairing it with high-saturation neons, as it performs best alongside muted earth tones or crisp white. The hex code for this ashy shade is #827c79.
Questions about #827c79
What is #827c79 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #827c79 is rgb(130, 124, 121), in HSL hsl(20, 4%, 49%) and in CMYK 0%, 5%, 7%, 49%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Does #827c79 lean warm or cool?
#827c79 is a warm-leaning grey because of its distinct brown undertones. This prevents the color from feeling cold or industrial, making it an excellent choice for designs that need to feel grounded and natural rather than clinical or stark.
What colors pair well with #827c79 in a design?
This shade works best when paired with crisp white for high contrast or alongside muted earth tones like olive or terracotta. Avoid pairing it with high-saturation neons, as they will clash with its subtle, desaturated character and muddy the overall design.
Is #827c79 readable on white or black?
#827c79 has a 4.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.10:1 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.