#8C6C54 Hex Color
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The hex code #8c6c54 is a muted, matte orange with ashy brown undertones and low saturation. Its mellow warmth suggests subtlety, independence, and autumn adventure without demanding attention. Use it as a supporting tone for food, beverage, construction, or youth branding, pairing it with cream or dark navy. White text reaches about 4.8:1 contrast, meeting WCAG AA for body text.
Questions about #8c6c54
What is #8c6c54 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8c6c54 is rgb(140, 108, 84), in HSL hsl(26, 25%, 44%) and in CMYK 0%, 23%, 40%, 45%.
What colors pair well with #8c6c54?
Cream and dark navy pair well with #8c6c54, balancing its muted orange warmth with brightness and cool depth while preserving its understated, earthy character in packaging, food, beverage, and editorial designs.
Is #8c6c54 a warm or cool color?
#8c6c54 reads as warm because its muted orange base is balanced by ashy brown undertones, creating a mellow, grounded appearance rather than a bright or highly saturated one in most palettes.
Is #8c6c54 readable on white or black?
#8c6c54 has a 4.78:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.38:1 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.