#847C7C Hex Color
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This muted, dusty grey acts as a reliable neutral that anchors busy layouts without competing for attention. Because it sits at a mid-tone value, #847c7c offers enough contrast for legible body text against white, though it shines brightest as a supporting background element. The hex code is #847c7c. Pair it with deep charcoal or muted olive to avoid a flat, washed-out appearance in your design.
Questions about #847c7c
What is #847c7c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #847c7c is rgb(132, 124, 124), in HSL hsl(0, 3%, 50%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 6%, 48%.
How do I pair #847c7c without it looking flat?
Use #847c7c as a base and introduce higher contrast elements like charcoal or deep olive to prevent a muddy appearance. The key is to avoid using it with other washed-out, mid-tone colors that lack distinct saturation or brightness.
Is #847c7c suitable for text against a white background?
Because #847c7c is a mid-tone grey, it may struggle to meet strict WCAG contrast requirements for small body text against a white background. It is better suited for larger headers, UI borders, or background fills where high readability isn't the primary constraint.
Is #847c7c readable on white or black?
#847c7c has a 4.07:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.15:1 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.