#8A6761 Hex Color
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Muted and ashy, #8a6761 is a dark, dusty red with brown-gray undertones and a matte finish. Its low saturation creates an understated mood, while the red base still suggests energy, passion, and urgency. Use it as a supporting tone with cream, charcoal, or navy in branding and editorial layouts. White text reaches about 5.0:1 contrast. The hex code is #8a6761.
Questions about #8a6761
What is #8a6761 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8a6761 is rgb(138, 103, 97), in HSL hsl(9, 17%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 30%, 46%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #8a6761?
Is #8a6761 warm or cool?
#8a6761 reads as a warm, muted red because its red base outweighs its blue component, while brown-gray undertones soften the warmth. It feels grounded rather than vivid, which suits restrained editorial layouts, packaging, and lifestyle branding.
Can #8a6761 support white text?
Yes, #8a6761 supports white text with strong contrast, making it useful for headings, buttons, and labels. Check the final text size, weight, and surrounding colors before publishing, especially for smaller copy or essential interface information.
Is #8a6761 readable on white or black?
#8a6761 has a 5.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.19:1 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.