#883B32 Hex Color

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#883b32 is a dark, muted red with warm terracotta and brown undertones. Its low saturation gives designs a serious, grounded mood, while the red base adds energy and urgency. The hex code #883b32 works well as a dominant background or strong accent in rustic, autumnal, food, and entertainment designs. White text reads clearly against it.

Questions about #883b32

What is #883b32 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #883b32 is rgb(136, 59, 50), in HSL hsl(6, 46%, 36%) and in CMYK 0%, 57%, 63%, 47%.
Which colors pair well with #883b32?
#883b32 pairs well with muted sage, cream, and charcoal, which soften its warmth without erasing its earthy character. Use sage for natural contrast, cream for openness, and charcoal when the palette needs a darker, more restrained finish.
Is #883b32 readable on white or black?
#883b32 has a 7.72:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.71:1 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.