#8E6202 Hex Color
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This unsaturated mustard brown is an earthy, warm tone with deep golden undertones. The hex code for this color is #8e6202. Because of its muted intensity, it works best as a supporting accent in vintage branding rather than a large background. It pairs exceptionally well with muted teals or dusty blues to create a balanced, artisan aesthetic. White text offers readable contrast against this dark shade.
Questions about #8e6202
What is #8e6202 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8e6202 is rgb(142, 98, 2), in HSL hsl(41, 97%, 28%) and in CMYK 0%, 31%, 99%, 44%.
What colors pair best with #8e6202 in a design?
Because of its muted intensity, #8e6202 pairs best with dusty blue or muted teal to create a balanced, artisan aesthetic. The cool contrast of these shades prevents the earthy brown from feeling too heavy or stagnant in a layout.
How should I use #8e6202 in web design?
Use #8e6202 as a supporting accent rather than a large background color to maintain visual clarity. It is particularly effective for call-to-action buttons or vintage-style headings, provided you maintain enough contrast against light backgrounds to keep the text readable.
Is #8e6202 readable on white or black?
#8e6202 has a 5.38:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.89:1 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 only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.