#8A6D62 Hex Color
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This muted, dusty orange carries a heavy ashy undertone that feels grounded and understated. Because it is so desaturated, the hex code #8a6d62 works best as a supporting neutral rather than a dominant color. It pairs unexpectedly well with slate blue or sage green for a natural, earthy palette. Use it for backgrounds where you need texture without overwhelming the viewer’s eye.
Questions about #8a6d62
What is #8a6d62 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8a6d62 is rgb(138, 109, 98), in HSL hsl(16, 17%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 21%, 29%, 46%.
What colors pair best with #8a6d62?
#8a6d62 works beautifully as a neutral backdrop for slate blue or sage green because the ashy undertones harmonize with these cooler, natural tones. Using it with higher contrast accents keeps your design from looking too flat.
Is #8a6d62 warm or cool?
While #8a6d62 is technically an orange, its heavy desaturation and ashy gray undertones make it read as a neutral, muted warmth. It avoids the intensity of standard orange, acting more like a earthy pigment than a bright, punchy accent.
Is #8a6d62 readable on white or black?
#8a6d62 has a 4.72:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.44:1 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.