#85471E Hex Color
Warm depth with a weathered edge
#85471e is a dark, muted brown with warm reddish undertones and low saturation. Its dim, mellow character suggests seriousness, resilience, and grounded comfort. The hex code works well as a supporting tone for vintage branding, coffee packaging, craft goods, and moody backgrounds. Use white text for strong readability, while lighter accents prevent large areas from feeling heavy.
Questions about #85471e
What is #85471e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #85471e is rgb(133, 71, 30), in HSL hsl(24, 63%, 32%) and in CMYK 0%, 47%, 77%, 48%.
What colors pair well with #85471e?
For a balanced palette, #85471e pairs well with cream, muted sage, and charcoal, adding contrast while preserving its earthy, restrained mood across packaging, editorial layouts, and brand systems with ease. Use pale neutrals to keep large compositions from feeling heavy.
Is #85471e readable on white or black?
#85471e has a 7.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.91:1 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 is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.