#8A3A2C Hex Color
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Rustica is a dark, desaturated brick red with an earthy, terracotta feel. This grounded shade works best as an accent rather than a full background to avoid overwhelming a design. Because it offers strong contrast against white text, it functions well for call-to-action buttons or moody brand flourishes. The hex code for this stable, warm tone is #8a3a2c.
Questions about Rustica
What is the hex code for Rustica?
Rustica is #8a3a2c. In RGB that is rgb(138, 58, 44), in HSL hsl(9, 52%, 36%) and in CMYK 0%, 58%, 68%, 46%.
When should I use Rustica #8a3a2c in a design?
Rustica functions best as an accent color because its deep, earthy saturation can easily overpower a layout if overused. It works effectively for call-to-action buttons or brand flourishes where you need strong contrast against neutral backgrounds like cream or off-white.
Which colors pair best with the brick red #8a3a2c?
Is Rustica readable on white or black?
Rustica has a 7.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.72:1 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.