#8E2A0E Hex Color
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This dark, earthy red carries a heavy, serious mood. Because it is desaturated and low in lightness, #8e2a0e works best as a grounding accent rather than a full background. Pair it with soft cream or warm metallics to avoid a muddy appearance. This hex code provides excellent contrast for white text, making it a functional choice for bold, readable headers in formal design palettes.
Questions about #8e2a0e
What is #8e2a0e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8e2a0e is rgb(142, 42, 14), in HSL hsl(13, 82%, 31%) and in CMYK 0%, 70%, 90%, 44%.
What colors best complement #8e2a0e?
This earthy red pairs exceptionally well with cream or warm beige to soften its intensity. For a more sophisticated, grounded look, try balancing #8e2a0e with deep charcoal or metallic gold accents to avoid a muddy appearance.
Is #8e2a0e readable on white or black?
#8e2a0e has a 8.44:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.48:1 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.