#8F4B03 Hex Color
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#8f4b03 is a dark, muted brown with strong orange undertones and a warm, earthy presence. Its low lightness creates a serious, shadowed mood, while the restrained saturation keeps it mellow rather than vivid. Use this hex code for moody backgrounds, coffee or artisan branding, and contrast-led layouts. White text gives about 6.6:1 contrast for readable body copy.
Questions about #8f4b03
What is #8f4b03 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8f4b03 is rgb(143, 75, 3), in HSL hsl(31, 96%, 29%) and in CMYK 0%, 48%, 98%, 44%.
What colors pair well with #8f4b03?
#8f4b03 pairs well with cream, muted beige, charcoal, and dusty blue, balancing its dark orange undertone without making large surfaces feel harsh or overly heavy in restrained brand or editorial layouts. Use it as a supporting tone or focused accent.
Is #8f4b03 readable on white or black?
#8f4b03 has a 6.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.17:1 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.