#845B1D Hex Color

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Mellow, unsaturated, and warm, this orange-brown tone grounds design layouts with an earthy, vintage aesthetic. It functions best as an accent color for artisan branding or rustic interfaces because it risks appearing muddy in large blocks. Prioritize white text for optimal readability, as it provides a clear 6.0:1 contrast ratio against this shade. The hex code for this color is #845b1d.

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What is #845b1d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?

In RGB, #845b1d is rgb(132, 91, 29), in HSL hsl(36, 64%, 32%) and in CMYK 0%, 31%, 78%, 48%.

What colors pair well with #845b1d in a palette?

#845b1d creates a balanced, sophisticated scheme when paired with creamy off-white or soft cream tones to keep the palette grounded. For a natural contrast, try adding accents of deep forest-green or muted navy, which enhance its earthy, organic quality without overwhelming the design.

Is #845b1d readable on white or black?

#845b1d has a 6.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.49:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.

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