#8A6A5E Hex Color
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This muted, dusty tone feels like a desaturated terra cotta with gray undertones. Because #8a6a5e is so restrained, it works best as a supporting neutral rather than a dominant color. Pair it with soft cream or slate blue to create an earthy, professional palette. It meets accessibility standards for body text when paired with white, making it a reliable choice for readable UI design.
Questions about #8a6a5e
What is #8a6a5e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8a6a5e is rgb(138, 106, 94), in HSL hsl(16, 19%, 45%) and in CMYK 0%, 23%, 32%, 46%.
What colors pair well with #8a6a5e?
#8a6a5e functions best as a grounding neutral, making it an ideal companion for soft cream, muted olive, or slate blue. Pairing it with these balanced tones creates a professional, earthy aesthetic that maintains visual harmony without feeling overly vibrant or chaotic.
Is #8a6a5e readable on white or black?
#8a6a5e has a 4.87:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.30:1 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.