#917476 Hex Color
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#917476 is a muted, ashy red with gray-brown undertones and a matte, dusty finish. Its low saturation feels restrained, while the red base adds warmth and energy without becoming loud. Use this hex code as a supporting tone for romance, food, or editorial branding, paired with cream and charcoal. Black text achieves about 5.0:1 contrast for body copy.
Questions about #917476
What is #917476 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #917476 is rgb(145, 116, 118), in HSL hsl(356, 12%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 20%, 19%, 43%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #917476?
#917476 pairs well with cream, charcoal, and muted sage, which balance its dusty red base while preserving a soft, editorial feel. Use lighter neutrals for warmth and deeper tones for structure.
Does #917476 read as warm or cool?
#917476 reads as softly warm because its red base and brown undertones outweigh the cooling effect of its gray, while low saturation keeps the impression restrained rather than vivid or fiery.
Is #917476 readable on white or black?
#917476 has a 4.23:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.96:1 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.