#836B69 Hex Color
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Don’t expect fire from #836b69. This muted red leans so close to grey that it reads dusty and matte, more dried clay than flame. Its low saturation suits a supporting tone or large background, and it flatters cream, deep teal, or charcoal. The hex code #836b69 also holds white text at about 4.9:1 contrast, enough to pass AA.
Questions about #836b69
What is #836b69 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #836b69 is rgb(131, 107, 105), in HSL hsl(5, 11%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 18%, 20%, 49%.
What colors pair well with #836b69?
Cream and deep teal bring out its warm undertone, while charcoal keeps a palette grounded. Avoid bright reds nearby, since they make #836b69 look muddy and flat.
Is #836b69 readable on white or black?
#836b69 has a 4.91:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.27:1 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.