#8D4347 Hex Color
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This muted, brick-toned red feels grounded and serious without being aggressive. Its desaturated quality makes it an excellent choice for textured backgrounds or rustic branding where a full-intensity red would overwhelm the design. The hex code for this shade is #8d4347. Because it maintains strong legibility, white text pairs comfortably over it for a clean, professional finish in UI applications.
Questions about #8d4347
What is #8d4347 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8d4347 is rgb(141, 67, 71), in HSL hsl(357, 36%, 41%) and in CMYK 0%, 52%, 50%, 45%.
What design styles work best with #8d4347?
#8d4347 serves as an excellent anchor for rustic or vintage-inspired branding because its muted, brick-toned quality feels established and permanent. It pairs exceptionally well with cream or warm grey accents to maintain a professional, clean aesthetic without appearing aggressive or overly vibrant.
Is #8d4347 suitable for web text and UI?
This shade maintains strong legibility when used as a background for white or off-white text, making it a reliable choice for professional UI applications. Avoid pairing it with dark colors, as the lack of contrast will likely cause readability issues on most screens.
Is #8d4347 readable on white or black?
#8d4347 has a 6.93:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.02:1 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.