#867C7A Hex Color
Dusty red with a grounded edge
The hex code #867c7a is an ashy, dusty red with low saturation and a gray cast. Its medium depth feels restrained rather than vivid, giving layouts a grounded sense of warmth and mature energy. Use it as a supporting tone with cream or charcoal in branding, packaging, and editorial work; black text reaches about 5.2:1 contrast.
Questions about #867c7a
What is #867c7a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #867c7a is rgb(134, 124, 122), in HSL hsl(10, 5%, 50%) and in CMYK 0%, 7%, 9%, 47%.
What colors pair well with #867c7a?
#867c7a pairs well with cream, charcoal, and muted sage, which balance its dusty red base without making the palette feel harsh. Use cream for warmth, charcoal for structure, and sage for a subdued natural contrast.
Is #867c7a readable on white or black?
#867c7a has a 4.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.17:1 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.