#8A7D7B Hex Color
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Reach for #8a7d7b when you want red’s warmth without its volume. This dusty, ashy red sits close to gray, so it stays calm even though it can read muddy in large fills. It works best as a supporting tone, with charcoal or cream text on top; black passes AA at about 5.3:1. Paired with deep teal, the hex code #8a7d7b looks richer and less flat.
Questions about #8a7d7b
What is #8a7d7b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8a7d7b is rgb(138, 125, 123), in HSL hsl(8, 6%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 9%, 11%, 46%.
What colors pair well with #8a7d7b?
#8a7d7b pairs well with deep teal, charcoal, and warm cream, which bring out its muted red undertone. Avoid bright reds and pinks nearby, since they make it look dull and grayish.
Is #8a7d7b readable on white or black?
#8a7d7b has a 3.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.30:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.