#876845 Hex Color
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#876845 is a dusty, unsaturated brown with strong warm undertones. It feels grounded and reliable, though it can appear muddy when used in large, solid blocks. Designers often use this shade as a supporting accent to pair with cooler blues or creams. Because it meets WCAG AA standards, white text remains readable against it. The hex code for this muted tone is #876845.
Questions about #876845
What is #876845 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #876845 is rgb(135, 104, 69), in HSL hsl(32, 32%, 40%) and in CMYK 0%, 23%, 49%, 47%.
What colors pair well with #876845 in a design scheme?
#876845 works best when contrasted against cooler tones to balance its natural warmth. It creates a sophisticated, grounded look when paired with slate blues or crisp, off-white creams, preventing the overall composition from feeling too heavy or monotonous.
Is #876845 readable on white or black?
#876845 has a 5.12:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.09:1 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.