#913E08 Hex Color
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The hex code #913e08 is a dark, muted brown with burnt orange and red undertones. Its low lightness creates a serious, grounded mood, while its warmth suits coffee, chocolate, tobacco, and artisan branding. Use it as a strong background or supporting tone. White text reaches about a 7.3:1 contrast ratio, supporting accessible body copy.
Questions about #913e08
What is #913e08 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #913e08 is rgb(145, 62, 8), in HSL hsl(24, 90%, 30%) and in CMYK 0%, 57%, 94%, 43%.
What colors pair well with #913e08?
Pair #913e08 with warm white, cream, muted teal, or sage to balance its dark, earthy warmth; darker pairings such as charcoal create a quiet, tonal palette, while pale neutrals provide clearer separation for text and UI elements.
What mood does #913e08 create?
#913e08 reads as a warm, grounded brown because its low lightness and red-orange undertones create a serious, earthy feel. It suits backgrounds, packaging, coffee or chocolate themes, and artisan-focused visual systems.
Is #913e08 readable on white or black?
#913e08 has a 7.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.89:1 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 is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.