#856C4C Hex Color
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This muted, ashy brown sits on the border of orange and taupe. Because #856c4c is highly unsaturated, it provides a stable, grounding backdrop for artisan or vintage branding. Pair it with crisp cream or off-white to prevent it from looking muddy. The hex code #856c4c offers 4.9:1 contrast with white text, making it a reliable choice for readable body copy.
Questions about #856c4c
What is #856c4c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #856c4c is rgb(133, 108, 76), in HSL hsl(34, 27%, 41%) and in CMYK 0%, 19%, 43%, 48%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
Does #856c4c work well as a primary text color?
Yes, #856c4c offers a 4.9:1 contrast ratio against white backgrounds, making it a reliable choice for accessible body copy. It is softer than standard black but maintains enough darkness to ensure comfortable, readable typography for long-form content.
What colors pair best with #856c4c?
Is #856c4c readable on white or black?
#856c4c has a 4.94:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.24:1 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.