#86513C Hex Color
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The hex color #86513c is a dark, muted brown with warm red and orange undertones. Its restrained saturation creates a dusty, serious mood without feeling harsh. Use it as a supporting tone in coffee, chocolate, artisan, vintage, or organic branding. White text provides about 6.4:1 contrast, making it suitable for accessible body text. The hex code is #86513c.
Questions about #86513c
What is #86513c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #86513c is rgb(134, 81, 60), in HSL hsl(17, 38%, 38%) and in CMYK 0%, 40%, 55%, 47%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #86513c?
#86513c pairs well with cream, warm beige, muted sage, and charcoal, creating grounded palettes with gentle contrast and a natural, crafted feel for packaging, editorial layouts, or interfaces that need warmth without excessive visual intensity.
Is #86513c warm or cool?
#86513c reads as a warm color because its brown base carries noticeable red and orange undertones, while its muted saturation softens the effect and gives the shade a dusty, grounded character instead of a bright or fiery appearance.
Is #86513c readable on white or black?
#86513c has a 6.44:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.25:1 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.