#875338 Hex Color
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#875338 is a dark, muted brown with warm reddish undertones and low saturation. Its subdued depth suggests seriousness, reliability, and rustic comfort, fitting coffee, chocolate, tobacco, artisan, and vintage branding. Use it as a supporting tone with cream or faded sage, or for moody backgrounds. White text reaches about 6.3:1 contrast, suitable for WCAG AA body text. The hex code is #875338.
Questions about #875338
What is #875338 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #875338 is rgb(135, 83, 56), in HSL hsl(21, 41%, 37%) and in CMYK 0%, 39%, 59%, 47%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
Is #875338 a warm or cool color?
#875338 is a warm, muted brown because its low-saturation base leans toward red rather than blue, giving it a grounded, earthy feel that works well with cream, faded sage, and other softened neutrals.
What colors pair well with #875338?
#875338 pairs well with cream for gentle contrast, faded sage for an organic palette, and terracotta or burgundy for warmer, more layered combinations in branding, packaging, and interiors without feeling too bright.
Is #875338 readable on white or black?
#875338 has a 6.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.32:1 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.