#8E210B Hex Color
A deep, dramatic maroon with grounded intensity
#8e210b is a deep, moody maroon that feels substantial and grounded. Its low lightness makes it an excellent choice for a dramatic background or a punchy 10% accent color, though it can overwhelm small text. Pair this hex code with cream or muted gold tones to soften its intensity. Because it offers strong contrast against white, use it when you need to convey authority or caution.
Questions about #8e210b
What is #8e210b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8e210b is rgb(142, 33, 11), in HSL hsl(10, 86%, 30%) and in CMYK 0%, 77%, 92%, 44%.
How should I use #8e210b in my design layout?
Is #8e210b suitable for body text?
Avoid using #8e210b for small body text because its low lightness reduces legibility against most backgrounds. It functions better as a dramatic headline or a striking graphical element where high contrast against light neutrals is guaranteed.
Is #8e210b readable on white or black?
#8e210b has a 8.85:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.37:1 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.