#8A2E27 Hex Color
Moody red with earthy warmth
#8a2e27 is a dark, muted red with warm brown undertones. Its low lightness creates a serious, moody presence, while restrained saturation keeps it grounded rather than bright. Use this hex code for wine branding, autumn palettes, formal layouts, or a strong accent. White text achieves about 8.4:1 contrast, making it suitable for readable dark interfaces.
Questions about #8a2e27
What is #8a2e27 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8a2e27 is rgb(138, 46, 39), in HSL hsl(4, 56%, 35%) and in CMYK 0%, 67%, 72%, 46%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #8a2e27?
The #8a2e27 hex color pairs well with cream, warm beige, muted gold, and sage, which soften its dark red base while supporting its earthy brown undertones in a balanced palette.
Where does #8a2e27 work well in design?
#8a2e27 works well as a strong accent in wine branding, autumn-inspired palettes, editorial layouts, and formal interfaces because its low lightness feels serious while its muted saturation keeps it grounded.
Is #8a2e27 readable on white or black?
#8a2e27 has a 8.39:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.50:1 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.