#846B5C Hex Color
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Muted and dusty, #846b5c is a dark orange-brown with gray, ashy undertones and a matte finish. Its low saturation creates a grounded, understated mood suited to coffee, chocolate, artisan, vintage, and autumn branding. Use it as a supporting tone beside cream or deep navy. The hex code #846b5c supports white body text at about a 5.0:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #846b5c
What is #846b5c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #846b5c is rgb(132, 107, 92), in HSL hsl(23, 18%, 44%) and in CMYK 0%, 19%, 30%, 48%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #846b5c?
Pair #846b5c with cream or navy for clear contrast, or add terracotta and charcoal for a warm, grounded palette that suits coffee, artisan, vintage, and autumn-inspired designs without overwhelming the dusty base.
Is #846b5c a warm or cool color?
#846b5c reads as a warm, muted brown because its orange base outweighs its gray, ashy undertones, while its low saturation keeps that warmth soft and dusty rather than bright or strongly orange.
Is #846b5c readable on white or black?
#846b5c has a 4.95:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.23:1 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.