#8B554C Hex Color
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#8b554c is a muted, dusty red with warm brown undertones and a matte, ashy finish. Its low saturation creates an understated mood, while its dark value suggests passion and energy. Use it as a supporting tone in branding, food packaging, or romantic layouts, paired with cream or deep navy. The hex code #8b554c provides about 6.0:1 contrast with white text.
Questions about #8b554c
What is #8b554c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8b554c is rgb(139, 85, 76), in HSL hsl(9, 29%, 42%) and in CMYK 0%, 39%, 45%, 45%.
What colors pair well with #8b554c?
Does #8b554c read as warm or cool?
The #8b554c hex color reads as warm because its muted red base is supported by brown undertones, giving it an earthy, softly intimate appearance rather than a crisp or bluish one. Its low saturation keeps that warmth restrained.
Is #8b554c readable on white or black?
#8b554c has a 5.99:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.50:1 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.