#875649 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted red has a distinct ashy quality that leans into dark, warm undertones. Because it is so unsaturated, #875649 works best as a grounding neutral or a supporting accent rather than a primary fill. It pairs well with crisp cream or soft grays to avoid looking muddy. The hex code #875649 remains accessible for body text, maintaining sufficient contrast against a white background.
Questions about #875649
What is #875649 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #875649 is rgb(135, 86, 73), in HSL hsl(13, 30%, 41%) and in CMYK 0%, 36%, 46%, 47%.
How can I effectively use #875649 in my design projects?
#875649 serves best as a grounding neutral or subtle background accent rather than a primary fill. Its low saturation allows it to anchor busier designs without competing for attention, especially when paired against crisp cream or soft gray tones.
Is #875649 readable on white or black?
#875649 has a 6.07:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.45:1 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.