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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#8E5625 — Chestnut
#8E5625 is a mid-tone moderately saturated orange sitting at 28° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #8E5625
- fcf7f3
- f2dfce
- e9c6a8
- dfae83
- d5965e
- cc7d38
- a9662c
- 845022
- 5f3918
- 3a230f
- 140c05
Color schemes using #8E5625
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#8E5625 FAQ
What color is #8E5625?
#8E5625 is a shade of chestnut in the orange family. It has a hue of 28 degrees, 59% saturation and 35% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #8E5625?
#8E5625 is rgb(142, 86, 37) in RGB, hsl(28, 59%, 35%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 39%, 74%, 44%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #8E5625?
White text on this background reaches 5.99:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.51:1.
What colors go well with #8E5625?
Its direct complement is #255D8E. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #258E8A and #25288E gives you contrast without the vibration.