#854A39 Hex Color
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A dark, muted red with warm brown undertones, #854a39 has a matte, dusty quality that feels serious and restrained. This hex code suits moody backgrounds, food branding, sports graphics, and focused accents. Use it as a supporting tone beside cream or charcoal, while white text remains highly legible at about a 6.9:1 contrast.
Questions about #854a39
What is #854a39 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #854a39 is rgb(133, 74, 57), in HSL hsl(13, 40%, 37%) and in CMYK 0%, 44%, 57%, 48%.
What colors pair well with #854a39?
#854a39 pairs well with cream, pale blush, muted peach, and charcoal, which balance its dark warmth without making the palette feel harsh or overly rustic in branding, packaging, and editorial layouts. Use brighter tones sparingly as accents.
Is #854a39 readable on white or black?
#854a39 has a 6.91:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.03:1 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.