#8F5E47 Hex Color
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Muted and matte, #8f5e47 is a warm brown-orange with dusty red undertones and low saturation. Its mellow finish suggests comfort, reliability, and autumn character without demanding attention. Use this hex code as a supporting tone with sage green or cream in food, craft, vintage, and organic branding. White text reaches about 5.4:1 contrast, meeting WCAG AA for body text.
Questions about #8f5e47
What is #8f5e47 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8f5e47 is rgb(143, 94, 71), in HSL hsl(19, 34%, 42%) and in CMYK 0%, 34%, 50%, 44%.
What colors pair well with #8f5e47?
The hex color #8f5e47 pairs well with sage green and cream, reinforcing an organic, handmade feel while keeping its dusty red undertones soft, grounded, and approachable in layouts and packaging.
Does #8f5e47 look warm or cool?
It reads as a warm color because its brown base carries orange and dusty red undertones, making #8f5e47 feel more earthy and inviting than cool gray-browns or blue-based neutrals in most palettes.
Is #8f5e47 readable on white or black?
#8f5e47 has a 5.44:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.85:1 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.