#8C8481 Hex Color
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#8c8481 is a muted, dusty orange that leans heavily into gray tones. Because it is so desaturated, this color functions best as a supporting neutral rather than a primary focal point. It brings an earthy, autumnal feel to design projects. The hex code is #8c8481. Since black text provides excellent contrast here, this shade works well for readable, professional typography.
Questions about #8c8481
What is #8c8481 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8c8481 is rgb(140, 132, 129), in HSL hsl(16, 5%, 53%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 8%, 45%.
Is #8c8481 considered a warm or cool color?
#8c8481 registers as a warm, earthy tone due to its dusty orange base, but the significant gray desaturation tempers that heat. This creates a versatile, muted neutrality that feels grounded rather than vibrant or overly aggressive in professional design work.
What colors work best with #8c8481 in a palette?
Is #8c8481 readable on white or black?
#8c8481 has a 3.66:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.73:1 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.