#8D363D Hex Color
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Reach for #8d363d when a design needs a brick red that stays grounded. Its low saturation and dark, warm undertones suit rustic branding and autumn palettes far better than bright accents. It works as a dominant base with cream or sage, and white text clears AA on it at about 7.7:1 contrast. The hex code #8d363d reads mellow, never loud.
Questions about #8d363d
What is #8d363d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8d363d is rgb(141, 54, 61), in HSL hsl(355, 45%, 38%) and in CMYK 0%, 62%, 57%, 45%.
What colors pair well with #8d363d?
#8d363d pairs well with cream, sage, and warm tan, which soften its dark, earthy red tone. For stronger contrast, try deep navy or charcoal in supporting roles.
Is #8d363d readable on white or black?
#8d363d has a 7.69:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.72:1 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 is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.