#836C68 Hex Color
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This dusty, ashy red carries a muted, matte quality that feels grounded. As a hex code, #836c68 works best as a supporting tone for branding that requires restraint. Pair it with soft cream or cool slate for balance. White text reads clearly against this shade at a 4.9:1 contrast ratio, making it a reliable background choice for minimal, sophisticated interfaces.
Questions about #836c68
What is #836c68 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #836c68 is rgb(131, 108, 104), in HSL hsl(9, 11%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 18%, 21%, 49%.
What color palettes work best with #836c68?
Is #836c68 readable on white or black?
#836c68 has a 4.87:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.30:1 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.