#897174 Hex Color
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#897174 is a dusty, muted shade that leans heavily into desaturated reddish-brown tones. This matte color feels grounded and understated rather than energetic, making it a reliable choice for calm UI backgrounds or sophisticated branding. Because it offers high contrast with black text, it works well for small body copy. Pair it with soft creams or charcoal greys to highlight its subtle, earthy character.
Questions about #897174
What is #897174 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #897174 is rgb(137, 113, 116), in HSL hsl(353, 10%, 49%) and in CMYK 0%, 18%, 15%, 46%.
How should #897174 be used in UI design?
Does #897174 read as warm or cool?
This color leans slightly warm due to its desaturated red undertones, but its muted, dusty quality keeps it feeling balanced and neutral. Because of this, it avoids clashing with cooler tones, making it versatile for both minimalist and moody design palettes.
Is #897174 readable on white or black?
#897174 has a 4.48:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.67:1 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.