#8C6057 Hex Color
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The hex code #8c6057 produces a dark, dusty red with warm brown undertones and very low saturation. Its matte, ashy quality feels restrained, while the red base adds passion and urgency. Use it as a supporting tone with cream, navy, or charcoal in branding and editorial layouts. White text reaches about 5.3:1 contrast here.
Questions about #8c6057
What is #8c6057 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8c6057 is rgb(140, 96, 87), in HSL hsl(10, 23%, 45%) and in CMYK 0%, 31%, 38%, 45%.
What colors pair well with #8c6057?
Does #8c6057 read as a warm or cool color?
#8c6057 reads as a warm, muted red because its red base is softened by brown undertones, while its low saturation keeps the warmth subdued rather than bright or strongly saturated.
Is #8c6057 readable on white or black?
#8c6057 has a 5.34:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.92:1 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.