#875F3F Hex Color
A grounded and dusty muted brown
This muted orange-brown carries an ashy, dusty character that feels grounded and reliable. Because it is highly unsaturated, #875f3f functions best as a neutral anchor rather than a bright accent. Pair it with deep teals or cream whites to create a balanced palette. While the hex code provides enough contrast for readable body text, use it carefully in large blocks to avoid a muddy appearance.
Questions about #875f3f
What is #875f3f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #875f3f is rgb(135, 95, 63), in HSL hsl(27, 36%, 39%) and in CMYK 0%, 30%, 53%, 47%.
What colors pair well with #875f3f in a design palette?
#875f3f works beautifully alongside deep teal or crisp cream whites to create a balanced, grounded contrast. Because it is highly unsaturated, it anchors vibrant colors without competing, making it a perfect base for sophisticated, earthy branding and minimalist layouts.
Should I use #875f3f for large blocks of text?
Use #875f3f sparingly in large blocks to avoid a muddy or dull appearance on your screen. While it offers sufficient contrast for legibility, it functions much better as an accent, border, or background layer than as primary body text.
Is #875f3f readable on white or black?
#875f3f has a 5.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.73:1 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.