#9E776E Hex Color

A sophisticated and grounded reddish brown

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This dusty, muted reddish-brown offers a calm alternative to more aggressive warm tones. Its low saturation keeps it understated and grounded, preventing the muddy appearance that often plagues similar earth tones. Use #9e776e as a secondary accent color alongside cream or sage to provide warmth without overwhelming a design. Because of its reliable contrast, black text remains legible when placed directly over this hex code.

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What is #9e776e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?

In RGB, #9e776e is rgb(158, 119, 110), in HSL hsl(11, 20%, 53%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 30%, 38%.

What colors pair best with #9e776e for design projects?

Because #9e776e is a muted, earthy tone, it works exceptionally well when balanced against cooler, lighter neutrals like sage or crisp whites. For a richer, more grounded look, pair it with deep charcoal to anchor the design without sacrificing warmth.

Is #9e776e readable on white or black?

#9e776e has a 3.94:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.31:1 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.

#9E776E Hex Color

A sophisticated and grounded reddish brown

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