#8E0A08 Hex Color
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This deep, moody red sits firmly in the shadows with its heavy, saturated intensity. Because #8e0a08 is so dark, it works best as a sharp accent or a bold 10% highlight rather than a background color. Pair it with soft, muted grays or creams to prevent it from feeling muddy. The hex code for this powerful, traditional shade is #8e0a08.
Questions about #8e0a08
What is #8e0a08 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8e0a08 is rgb(142, 10, 8), in HSL hsl(1, 89%, 29%) and in CMYK 0%, 93%, 94%, 44%.
How should I use #8e0a08 in a design layout?
Because #8e0a08 is so dark and saturated, use it as a 10% highlight or sharp accent rather than a primary background color. It pairs effectively with soft creams or light neutrals to keep your layout from feeling heavy or muddy.
Does #8e0a08 appear warm or cool?
This shade sits on the warmer end of the spectrum, carrying the inherent heat of a classic red despite its darkened, shadowy appearance. It maintains its warmth even when paired with cooler tones, providing a grounded, traditional foundation for your graphic elements.
Is #8e0a08 readable on white or black?
#8e0a08 has a 9.55:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.19:1 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.