#8A714D Hex Color
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#8a714d is a dusty, unsaturated orange that mimics natural sandstone. Because it lacks intensity, it works best as a neutral grounding element rather than a focal point. Pair it with soft cream or dark charcoal to prevent a muddy appearance. The hex code #8a714d provides enough contrast for readable small text, making it a reliable choice for minimal UI backgrounds.
Questions about #8a714d
What is #8a714d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8a714d is rgb(138, 113, 77), in HSL hsl(35, 28%, 42%) and in CMYK 0%, 18%, 44%, 46%.
Which colors pair best with #8a714d in design?
#8a714d works exceptionally well when paired with soft cream or dark charcoal to avoid a muddy aesthetic. Using high-contrast neutrals ensures the sandstone tone remains the subtle, sophisticated background element it was intended to be.
Is #8a714d readable on white or black?
#8a714d has a 4.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.54:1 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 for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.