#877777 Hex Color
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#877777 is a muted, dusty red that leans heavily toward grey. Because of its desaturated, earthy quality, it functions best as a supporting tone rather than a main background. Pair this hex code with crisp, off-white text to maintain legibility. It works well in sophisticated branding where a softer, understated approach is preferred over harsh, high-energy reds.
Questions about #877777
What is #877777 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #877777 is rgb(135, 119, 119), in HSL hsl(0, 6%, 50%) and in CMYK 0%, 12%, 12%, 47%.
What colors pair well with #877777 for a professional design?
Is #877777 considered a warm or cool color?
#877777 sits in a unique space, reading as a cool-leaning neutral despite its red origins. The heavy grey desaturation neutralizes its warmth, allowing it to function like a muted taupe in most design contexts rather than a vibrant or energetic red.
Is #877777 readable on white or black?
#877777 has a 4.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.93:1 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.