Brown Beige (#8a6642) Color Meaning, Codes and Information

A complete guide to Brown Beige (#8a6642) covering color values, harmonies, shades, meaning, and practical uses across design, branding, and everyday visuals.

Brown Beige (#8a6642) Color Information

Brown Beige (#8a6642) RGB value is (138, 102, 66). The hex color red value is 138, green is 102, and blue is 66. Its HSL format shows a hue of 30°, saturation of 35%, and lightness of 40%, while the CMYK process values are 0%, 26%, 52%, and 46%.

Colors that pair well with Brown Beige (#8a6642) include Burnt Rose (#893F45), Woodbine (#7F813C), and Lincoln Green (#478778), as they maintain visual balance and harmony, whereas Deep Aquamarine (#40826D), Cyber Grape (#58427C), and Distant Blue (#49678D) tend to conflict with this color due to strong contrast or opposing tonal characteristics.

Clear image showing Brown Beige color swatch with hex value #8A6642 and RGB value (138,102,66)
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Brown Beige (#8a6642) Color Meaning

Brown Beige (#8A6642) is a warm, medium brown with subtle tan undertones. It belongs to the neutral earth-tone family, representing stability, reliability, and practicality. This color conveys groundedness and subtle elegance, often used to create calm and inviting environments. Historically, shades like Brown Beige (#8A6642) were prevalent in textiles, pottery, and architectural elements, symbolizing warmth, domesticity, and resilience. In natural landscapes and traditional art, brown-beige tones were associated with earth, harvest, and human craftsmanship, reflecting simplicity and durability. In modern design, Brown Beige (#8A6642) is valued for versatility and understated sophistication. It is widely used in interiors, fashion, and branding where neutrality and elegance are required. The color balances warmth and seriousness, providing a reliable backdrop that highlights other design elements while maintaining a comforting, grounded presence.

Color Conversion

Accurate conversions of Brown Beige (#8a6642) across RGB, Hex, CMYK, HSL, and Lab ensure consistent color fidelity across digital, print, and design applications.

HEX
#8a6642
RGB
rgb(138, 102, 66)
HSL
hsl(30°, 35%, 40%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 26%, 52%, 46%)
HSV
hsv(30°, 52%, 54%)
XYZ
16.2160 15.2994 7.2527
Yxy
15.2994 0.4183 0.3946
Hunter Lab
39.1144 0.6089 1.0844
CIE-Lab
46.0415 9.8935 25.8953

RGB Values & CMYK Values

Detailed RGB and CMYK values of Brown Beige (#8a6642) displayed in a horizontal bar provide clear reference for digital and print color accuracy.

RGB Channels

Red138 / 255 (54%)
54%
Green102 / 255 (40%)
40%
Blue66 / 255 (26%)
26%

CMYK Ink Density

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta26 / 100 (26%)
26%
Yellow52 / 100 (52%)
52%
Key (Black)46 / 100 (46%)
46%

Color Variations

A full range of Brown Beige (#8a6642) variations, including tints, shades, and tones, provides highlights, depth, and subtle desaturated options for UI design.

Color Harmonies

Harmonious color schemes for Brown Beige (#8a6642) created using the color wheel ensure visually balanced palettes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split Complementary

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker (WCAG)

Luminance contrast ratios for Brown Beige (#8a6642) against standard backgrounds ensure readable, accessible text following Contrast Checker and WCAG 2.1 AA/AAA standards.

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Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

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Normal Text

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UI Components

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WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

Simulated views of Brown Beige (#8a6642) for different color vision deficiencies help identify potential confusion using the Color Blindness Simulator.

Normal Vision

Brown Beige (#8a6642)

protanopia

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Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #8a6642;

Text Color

color: #8a6642;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #8a6642;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #8a664240;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #8a6642;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #8a6642 0%, #533d28 100%);

Seamless Patterns

High-resolution seamless patterns featuring Brown Beige (#8a6642) provide ready-to-use backgrounds, wallpapers, and print designs for any project.

Diagonal Stripes
Polka Dots
Chevron
Diamond Grid
Hexagon
Waves
Crosshatch
Zigzag
Brick Wall
Triangles
Circles Grid
Herringbone

Icons

A collection of popular icons in Brown Beige (#8a6642) offers ready-to-use visuals for interfaces, designs, and creative projects.

Real-World Applications

Real-world mockups of Brown Beige (#8a6642) showcase its versatility across fashion, interiors, branding, and product packaging.

Fashion
Colored T-Shirt
Fashion
Baseball Cap
Interior
Living Room
Exterior
Office Complex
BRAND
Brands
Aluminum Can
Vehicle
Glossy Sportscar
Brands
Shopping Bag
Interior
Matte Wall
Brands
Flagship Phone

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Brown Beige (#8a6642) Color FAQs

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