#97746B Hex Color
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This muted, dusty shade of red feels grounded and matte. Because it is highly unsaturated, #97746b functions well as a supporting neutral rather than a vibrant pop of color. It pairs beautifully with cool teals or soft creams, which prevent it from looking too muddy. With a 5.0:1 contrast ratio, the hex code #97746b is accessible for small black text on a screen.
Questions about #97746b
What is #97746b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #97746b is rgb(151, 116, 107), in HSL hsl(12, 17%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 23%, 29%, 41%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with 97746b?
Is 97746b suitable for text on a white background?
Yes, 97746b provides a 5.0:1 contrast ratio against a standard white background, making it accessible for small text according to common web standards. It offers a readable, softer alternative to pure black or dark gray text.
Is #97746b readable on white or black?
#97746b has a 4.17:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.02:1 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.