#8F4239 Hex Color
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A dark, muted red with warm brown undertones, #8f4239 has a dusty, matte quality that feels grounded and serious. It suits rustic branding, autumn palettes, food packaging, and moody interfaces as a supporting tone or bold accent. White text reads clearly on this color, making the hex code practical for accessible buttons and labels.
Questions about #8f4239
What is #8f4239 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8f4239 is rgb(143, 66, 57), in HSL hsl(6, 43%, 39%) and in CMYK 0%, 54%, 60%, 44%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
Does #8f4239 read as a warm or cool color?
#8f4239 reads as a warm, muted red because its brown undertones soften the red and shift it toward an earthy, autumnal appearance rather than a crisp or blue-based red, giving designs a grounded, serious mood.
What colors pair well with #8f4239?
#8f4239 pairs well with warm neutrals such as cream, sand, and terracotta, while deep navy can create a stronger contrast; muted olive or sage can extend its earthy, autumnal palette without overwhelming the red.
Is #8f4239 readable on white or black?
#8f4239 has a 6.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.00:1 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.