lightsalmon 4
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#8B5742
X11 color
Light Salmon 4 (#8B5742) is the deepest X11 light salmon variant, a rich dark brown-terracotta that anchors the warm salmon color family at its most earthy depth. It has the character of dark tan leather, aged pottery, or warm bark, making it useful as a grounding dark tone in warm, earthy color systems.
Color Values
#8B5742
139, 87, 66
17.3, 35.6%, 40.2%
17.3, 52.5%, 54.5%
0.0%, 37.4%, 52.5%, 45.5%
0.5098 0.0764 42.7
Properties
Color Psychology
True brown is the color of earth, wood, and leather, symbolizing reliability, endurance, and honest craftsmanship. It is psychologically grounding and creates a sense of security and material substance. Brown conveys authenticity and is often used by brands that emphasize traditional values and natural materials.
Design Usage
Medium brown is effective for coffee brands, furniture companies, and outdoor lifestyle products. It works as a warm neutral in navigation elements, card borders, and section dividers. Brown provides an organic alternative to gray-based design systems, particularly for brands wanting to convey handmade quality.
Color Harmonies
Color Blindness Simulation
CSS Usage
background-color: #8B5742;
color: #8B5742;
border-color: #8B5742;
Yellow 900
#713F12
Tailwind Shades
Contrast Checker
Text on white
5.93:1
Text on black
3.54:1
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #8B5742?
RGB(139, 87, 66) · HSL(17.3, 35.6%, 40.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 37.4%, 52.5%, 45.5%)
Does #8B5742 meet WCAG contrast on white?
5.93:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.
What text color is readable on #8B5742?
Use FFFFFF text on a #8B5742 background; contrast on black is 3.54:1.