#8E7558 Hex Color
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Muted and matte, #8e7558 is a warm orange-brown with dusty gray undertones and very low saturation. Its mellow lightness supports understated, independent designs while retaining a hint of autumn optimism. The hex code #8e7558 works well as a supporting tone for food packaging, construction themes, youth branding, or seasonal backgrounds, though large areas can feel muddy.
Questions about #8e7558
What is #8e7558 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8e7558 is rgb(142, 117, 88), in HSL hsl(32, 23%, 45%) and in CMYK 0%, 18%, 38%, 44%.
What colors pair well with #8e7558?
#8e7558 pairs well with charcoal, cream, muted sage, and dark navy because those colors sharpen its dusty warmth while preserving the restrained, matte mood that makes this orange-brown useful in grounded palettes.
Is #8e7558 readable on white or black?
#8e7558 has a 4.34:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.83:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.