#8F6B59 Hex Color
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This dusty, desaturated orange leans into a muted, earthy warmth. Because of its matte character, #8f6b59 works best as a grounding support color rather than a dominant base. Pair it with soft cream or slate gray to avoid a muddy appearance. This hex code provides sufficient contrast against white text, making it a reliable choice for small UI elements or branding materials.
Questions about #8f6b59
What is #8f6b59 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8f6b59 is rgb(143, 107, 89), in HSL hsl(20, 23%, 45%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 38%, 44%.
What colors pair best with #8f6b59 in a design?
#8f6b59 works beautifully when balanced with light, airy neutrals like cream or soft beige to prevent a muddy appearance. For stronger contrast, pair it with slate gray or deep navy to anchor the warmth without overwhelming your layout.
Is #8f6b59 suitable for text on a white background?
#8f6b59 provides adequate contrast for larger UI elements, but it may fail standard accessibility requirements if used for small, thin body text. Always test this shade against white backgrounds to ensure your text remains legible for all users.
Is #8f6b59 readable on white or black?
#8f6b59 has a 4.75:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.41:1 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.