#8D8176 Hex Color
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#8d8176 is a dusty, ashy orange that leans heavily into a grey, matte finish. Because of its muted character, it works best as a neutral supporting background rather than a bold focal point. It pairs surprisingly well with deep forest greens or sharp blacks. The hex code for this understated, desaturated tone is #8d8176, which offers enough contrast for readable black body text.
Questions about #8d8176
What is #8d8176 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8d8176 is rgb(141, 129, 118), in HSL hsl(29, 9%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 9%, 16%, 45%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
How should I use #8d8176 in a professional color palette?
#8d8176 functions best as a stabilizing base or background color that softens high-contrast elements. Pair it with charcoal or deep, dark neutrals for text to maintain readability while keeping the overall aesthetic calm and sophisticated.
Is #8d8176 considered a warm or cool tone?
While #8d8176 originates from the orange hue family, its heavy grey saturation pushes it into a neutral, earthy territory that feels neither strictly warm nor cold. This unique balance allows it to bridge the gap between warmer terracotta tones and cooler, desaturated greys.
Is #8d8176 readable on white or black?
#8d8176 has a 3.79:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.53:1 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.