#8C352D Hex Color
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This dim, earthy red carries a serious, grounded tone reminiscent of aged terracotta. The hex code for this shade is #8c352d. Because it is quite dark, white text offers excellent legibility with 7.9:1 contrast. Use this color as a bold accent rather than a full page background to avoid a muddy effect. It pairs best with soft, warm neutrals to balance its intensity.
Questions about #8c352d
What is #8c352d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8c352d is rgb(140, 53, 45), in HSL hsl(5, 51%, 36%) and in CMYK 0%, 62%, 68%, 45%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with the deep, earthy red of #8c352d?
Should I use #8c352d as a background color for text-heavy layouts?
Avoid using #8c352d as a full-page background, as its dark, saturated nature can feel muddy and claustrophobic in large areas. Instead, reserve this shade for buttons, borders, or text highlights where the high 7.9:1 contrast against white text remains legible.
Is #8c352d readable on white or black?
#8c352d has a 7.88:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.66:1 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 is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.