Raw Sienna

Q: How do I use #8C504F in CSS?

You can use #8C504F in CSS with: background-color: #8C504F; or color: #8C504F; or as an RGB value: rgb(140, 80, 79). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 43%, 44%, 45%.

#8C504F

Raw Sienna is a warm medium color with the hex code #8C504F. This muted hue can be represented as RGB 140, 80, 79 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 43%, 44%, 45% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Raw Sienna Color Values

HEX: #8C504F
RGB: 140, 80, 79
HSL: 1°, 28%, 43%
CMYK: 0, 43, 44, 45

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Raw Sienna sits at 1° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 28% saturation and 43% lightness, this muted medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Raw Sienna work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Raw Sienna in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 43%, 44%, 45% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Raw Sienna

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #8C504F;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 140, 80, 79;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#8C504F',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 43%
Y: 44%
K: 45%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(140, 80, 79)
rgba(140, 80, 79, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

11 brand s with colors near 1° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #8C504F?

#8C504F is Raw Sienna, a warm medium color with RGB values of 140, 80, 79. It has a hue of 1°, 28% saturation, and 43% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #8C504F?

The RGB color code for #8C504F is rgb(140, 80, 79). This means it contains 140 red, 80 green, and 79 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Raw Sienna a warm or cool color?

Raw Sienna (#8C504F) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #8C504F in CSS?

You can use #8C504F in CSS with: background-color: #8C504F; or color: #8C504F; or as an RGB value: rgb(140, 80, 79). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 43%, 44%, 45%.