#894A32 Hex Color
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#894a32 is a dark, muted brown with warm red undertones and restrained saturation. Its dim, earthy character suggests seriousness, strength, and dependable comfort, while its shadowed quality can feel lonely or mysterious. Use the hex code #894a32 as a supporting tone in coffee, craft, food, or vintage branding, or pair it with white text for readable contrast.
Questions about #894a32
What is #894a32 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #894a32 is rgb(137, 74, 50), in HSL hsl(17, 47%, 37%) and in CMYK 0%, 46%, 64%, 46%.
What colors pair well with #894a32 in a design palette?
#894a32 pairs well with sage, muted blue, cream, and charcoal because their cooler or lighter values balance its warm, dark brown base without competing with its subdued saturation in a palette. Use cream for softer packaging and sage for an organic, grounded palette.
Is #894a32 readable on white or black?
#894a32 has a 6.79:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.08:1 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.