#8D6F63 Hex Color
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This dusty, desaturated brown leans heavily into a matte, earthen orange. Because the tone is so muted, #8d6f63 functions best as a stabilizing background rather than an accent. It provides a readable backdrop for black text, meeting WCAG AA standards for body copy. Pair it with soft creams or charcoal grays to keep the composition grounded without appearing muddy.
Questions about #8d6f63
What is #8d6f63 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8d6f63 is rgb(141, 111, 99), in HSL hsl(17, 18%, 47%) and in CMYK 0%, 21%, 30%, 45%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #8d6f63?
#8d6f63 functions best when balanced by high-contrast neutrals. Pair it with soft, creamy off-whites to brighten the look, or use charcoal grays for a sophisticated, grounded aesthetic that avoids feeling muddy or flat.
Is #8d6f63 readable on white or black?
#8d6f63 has a 4.57:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.58:1 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.