#885F3B Hex Color
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The hex code #885f3b blends dusty orange with soft brown and ashy gray undertones. Its low saturation creates a mellow, dependable mood that suits coffee packaging, autumn branding, artisan goods, and vintage-inspired layouts. Use it as a supporting tone beside cream or deep navy; white text remains readable, with about a 5.6:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #885f3b
What is #885f3b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #885f3b is rgb(136, 95, 59), in HSL hsl(28, 39%, 38%) and in CMYK 0%, 30%, 57%, 47%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #885f3b?
#885f3b pairs well with cream, navy, and muted blue-green accents because its dusty orange-brown base gains contrast from light neutrals and cool hues without making the overall scheme feel harsh. Use cream for a softer palette, or navy when you want stronger separation.
Does #885f3b read as warm or cool?
#885f3b reads as a warm, muted color because its orange and brown components outweigh the cool influence of its gray undertones, while its low saturation keeps the effect mellow and understated.
Where does #885f3b work well in a palette?
#885f3b works well as a supporting color in coffee packaging, autumn branding, artisan goods, and vintage-inspired layouts, where its low saturation adds warmth without overpowering lighter backgrounds or deeper accent colors.
Is #885f3b readable on white or black?
#885f3b has a 5.60:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.74:1 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.