#8C7049 Hex Color
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Muted and matte, #8c7049 is a dusty warm orange with brown and gray undertones. Its low saturation gives designs a mellow, understated feel, while its earthy value suits autumn themes, food packaging, and outdoor brands. Use the hex code as a supporting tone beside cream or dark navy, since it can look muddy across large interfaces.
Questions about #8c7049
What is #8c7049 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8c7049 is rgb(140, 112, 73), in HSL hsl(35, 31%, 42%) and in CMYK 0%, 20%, 48%, 45%.
Which colors pair well with #8c7049?
Light cream and dark navy pair well with #8c7049, creating either a soft warm contrast or a deeper, more polished combination; muted terracotta, olive, and charcoal can extend its autumnal feel while keeping the palette restrained.
Is #8c7049 readable on white or black?
#8c7049 has a 4.63:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.52:1 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 for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.