#9B716A Hex Color
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Dusty and muted, #9b716a is a warm, desaturated red that leans into brown undertones. This matte shade works best as a grounding neutral for editorial backgrounds or supporting UI elements rather than as a primary focus. Because it maintains strong contrast against black text, it remains legible for copy. Pair this hex code with soft creams or charcoal grays to keep the aesthetic clean and intentional.
Questions about #9b716a
What is #9b716a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9b716a is rgb(155, 113, 106), in HSL hsl(9, 20%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 27%, 32%, 39%.
What colors pair well with #9b716a?
Is #9b716a readable on white or black?
#9b716a 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.