#875E33 Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated brown carries strong autumnal warmth and a muted, earthy character. Because of its darker value, #875e33 functions best as a grounding accent rather than a full-page background, as it risks feeling muddy in large fields. It pairs surprisingly well with dusty blues or soft teals to create a balanced, vintage palette. The hex code for this shade is #875e33.
Questions about #875e33
What is #875e33 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #875e33 is rgb(135, 94, 51), in HSL hsl(31, 45%, 36%) and in CMYK 0%, 30%, 62%, 47%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with the brown of #875e33?
This color excels when paired with cool, muted tones that provide a natural contrast to its warm, earthy base. Try combining #875e33 with a dusty blue or a soft, muted teal to create a sophisticated, vintage-inspired palette that feels balanced and grounded.
Can #875e33 work as a background color?
While #875e33 offers a rich, warm character, it is often too dark and saturated for a full-page background, as it can appear muddy or heavy. It serves much better as a deliberate, grounding accent color for borders, buttons, or type.
Is #875e33 readable on white or black?
#875e33 has a 5.70:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.67:1 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.