#8C5F49 Hex Color
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A dusty, desaturated brown, #8c5f49 brings a mellow, organic feel to vintage or artisan branding. This shade pairs well with soft creams and muted greens, grounding compositions without overwhelming the eye. While white text provides a readable 5.5:1 contrast, use this color as an accent rather than a primary background to avoid appearing muddy. The hex code is a reliable choice for autumn-inspired projects.
Questions about #8c5f49
What is #8c5f49 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8c5f49 is rgb(140, 95, 73), in HSL hsl(20, 31%, 42%) and in CMYK 0%, 32%, 48%, 45%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What color schemes work best with #8c5f49?
This dusty brown anchors natural, organic palettes effectively. Pair #8c5f49 with creams or sage green for a balanced vintage look, or use it alongside charcoal to create a sophisticated, high-contrast effect suitable for modern branding and print work.
Is #8c5f49 readable on white or black?
#8c5f49 has a 5.45:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.84:1 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.