#847759 Hex Color
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The hex code #847759 is a bleak, matte yellow-olive with dusty gray undertones and very low saturation. Its ashy warmth suits understated backgrounds, outdoor branding, organic products, and construction themes. Use it as a supporting tone with cream or charcoal, since it can look muddy when overused across large surfaces.
Questions about #847759
What is #847759 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #847759 is rgb(132, 119, 89), in HSL hsl(42, 19%, 43%) and in CMYK 0%, 10%, 33%, 48%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #847759?
#847759 pairs well with cream, charcoal, and restrained terracotta because its dusty yellow-olive base needs clean contrast and controlled warmth. Use it as a supporting tone rather than combining it with several other muted earth colors at once.
Is #847759 readable on white or black?
#847759 has a 4.40:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.76:1 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.