#847A6D Hex Color
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#847a6d is a muted, dusty orange with ashy gray-brown undertones and a matte, weathered finish. Its low saturation creates a calm, understated mood, while the warm base adds optimism and adventure. Use it as a supporting tone for autumn, Halloween, food, or construction designs. Black text reads clearly on this color. The hex code is #847a6d.
Questions about #847a6d
What is #847a6d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #847a6d is rgb(132, 122, 109), in HSL hsl(34, 10%, 47%) and in CMYK 0%, 8%, 17%, 48%.
What colors pair well with #847a6d?
Pair #847a6d with cream, charcoal, navy, or terracotta to balance its dusty orange warmth; cream and charcoal create a restrained neutral look, while navy or terracotta can add deeper contrast and seasonal character.
Is #847a6d warm or cool?
#847a6d reads as warm because its orange-brown base outweighs its gray undertone, though the low saturation keeps it subdued; use it when you want earthy warmth without the brightness of a clear orange.
Is #847a6d readable on white or black?
#847a6d has a 4.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.98:1 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.