#8F766A Hex Color
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#8f766a is a dusty, unsaturated orange with strong earthy undertones. Because it feels matte and muted, this shade works best as a supporting background rather than a primary focus. Pair it with crisp white or dark charcoal to prevent it from looking washed out. The hex code #8f766a provides enough contrast for readable black text, making it a reliable choice for calm, minimalist layouts.
Questions about #8f766a
What is #8f766a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8f766a is rgb(143, 118, 106), in HSL hsl(19, 15%, 49%) and in CMYK 0%, 17%, 26%, 44%.
What colors pair well with #8f766a for a balanced design?
Is #8f766a considered a warm or cool color?
#8f766a reads as a warm, organic neutral because of its distinct orange undertones. While its desaturated appearance makes it feel more muted and matte than a bright orange, it still retains that comforting, sun-baked quality common in natural clay or terracotta palettes.
Is #8f766a readable on white or black?
#8f766a has a 4.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.96:1 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.