#8E6967 Hex Color
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This dusty, desaturated red carries a muted, matte appearance that feels grounded and understated. Because #8e6967 is quite dark and low in chroma, it works best as a supporting tone rather than a large background. Pair it with soft cream or warm gray to maintain legibility. The hex code for this ashy red is #8e6967, which offers enough contrast for white text.
Questions about #8e6967
What is #8e6967 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8e6967 is rgb(142, 105, 103), in HSL hsl(3, 16%, 48%) and in CMYK 0%, 26%, 27%, 44%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
How can I effectively use #8e6967 in web design?
#8e6967 functions best as a supporting accent or muted background tone rather than a primary fill. Pair it with soft cream or warm gray to maintain excellent readability while keeping your interface feeling grounded and professional.
What colors pair well with #8e6967 for a balanced palette?
Is #8e6967 readable on white or black?
#8e6967 has a 4.80:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.36:1 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.