#8C7D69 Hex Color
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This dusty, ash-toned orange sits in a muted, matte space that feels understated rather than vivid. It lacks high saturation, so use it as a grounding base color rather than an accent. Because black text offers a 5.3:1 contrast ratio against it, #8c7d69 works well for accessible body text. Pair this hex code with deep forest greens to balance its dry, earthy character.
Questions about #8c7d69
What is #8c7d69 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8c7d69 is rgb(140, 125, 105), in HSL hsl(34, 14%, 48%) and in CMYK 0%, 11%, 25%, 45%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #8c7d69 for a natural look?
#8c7d69 works beautifully when balanced with deep forest green or charcoal tones. The dusty orange quality feels particularly grounded against these darker, cooler shades, preventing the design from looking too flat or washed out while maintaining an earthy aesthetic.
Is #8c7d69 readable on white or black?
#8c7d69 has a 3.99:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.25:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.