#8C6D67 Hex Color
A grounded and understated dusty rose
This muted, dusty red feels grounded and understated. Because #8c6d67 is so unsaturated, it works better as a supporting element or subtle background than a primary focal point. It pairs well with cream or light stone to balance its heavy, ashy character. White text remains legible against this hex code, making it a reliable choice for readable UI applications.
Questions about #8c6d67
What is #8c6d67 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8c6d67 is rgb(140, 109, 103), in HSL hsl(10, 15%, 48%) and in CMYK 0%, 22%, 26%, 45%.
What colors pair well with the #8c6d67 hex color?
Is #8c6d67 suitable for primary UI elements?
Due to its low saturation and heavy, ashy character, #8c6d67 acts more like a neutral or supporting color than a vibrant focal point. It is best used for backgrounds, subtle borders, or muted secondary sections where a calming, understated visual presence is preferred.
Is #8c6d67 readable on white or black?
#8c6d67 has a 4.66:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.49:1 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.