#867367 Hex Color
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Fossil is a dusty, muted shade that balances orange undertones with a heavy gray cast. This matte, earthy color acts as an excellent supporting tone in palettes where you need understatement without sterility. While it functions well as a background, pair #867367 with a sharp charcoal for better legibility. Because it provides strong contrast for black text, it works reliably for small body copy in print or web.
Questions about Fossil
What is the hex code for Fossil?
Fossil is #867367. In RGB that is rgb(134, 115, 103), in HSL hsl(23, 13%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 14%, 23%, 47%.
How can I use #867367 Fossil in a UI design?
Fossil serves as an excellent foundation for background surfaces or text blocks because it creates a subtle, earthy aesthetic that is less harsh than pure black. For high readability on web pages, pair this shade with a crisp off-white or a deep charcoal to ensure your text maintains sufficient contrast against the muted tone.
Does #867367 read as a warm or cool color?
While #867367 sits firmly in the brown family, the heavy gray cast keeps it from feeling overly warm or saturated, allowing it to act as a neutral bridge between cool grays and warm terracottas. This duality makes it incredibly versatile for both organic, rustic styles and clean, modern corporate layouts.
Is Fossil readable on white or black?
Fossil has a 4.50:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.66:1 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 for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.