#871F02 Hex Color

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The hex code #871f02 is a dark, warm red with strong saturation and earthy brown undertones. Its low lightness creates a serious, dramatic mood, while rich chroma adds energy and urgency. Use this shade as a small accent with cream or muted teal in branding, sports, and autumn layouts. White text reads clearly over this hex color.

Questions about #871f02

What is #871f02 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #871f02 is rgb(135, 31, 2), in HSL hsl(13, 97%, 27%) and in CMYK 0%, 77%, 99%, 47%.
What colors pair well with #871f02?
The #871f02 hex color pairs well with cream, muted teal, charcoal, and warm neutrals because they soften its saturated red and earthy brown undertones. Use cream for contrast, teal for a complementary accent, and charcoal for a restrained, grounded palette.
Is #871f02 a warm or cool color?
The #871f02 hex color reads as warm because its hue leans toward orange and its brown undertones add an earthy feel. Its deep value and strong saturation create a serious, dramatic accent rather than a soft or playful background.
Does white text work well on #871f02?
White text provides strong contrast on #871f02 and is the safer choice for readable labels and buttons, while black text offers weaker separation against this dark red and may need careful size and weight choices.
Is #871f02 readable on white or black?
#871f02 has a 9.42:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.22:1 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.