When Strong Border over Seeding

#8c3e0e RGB(140,62,14)

About this color

When Strong Border over Seeding occupies the dark, intense end of the orange spectrum, defined by its coordinates #8c3e0e — RGB(140, 62, 14).

#8c3e0eRGB(140, 62, 14)

HSL 23° · 82% saturation · 30% lightness

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Psychology

Dark oranges recall autumn leaves, aged wood, and the glow of embers — earthy, grounded, hospitable.

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History

In Hindu and Buddhist traditions, saffron orange carries deep spiritual significance — the colour of renunciation and wisdom worn by monks across South and Southeast Asia.

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Design use

Practically speaking, this deep orange is most at home as a primary background in dark themes, a strong border or divider, or a headline colour against a light surface. Combine with lighter tints of the same hue for a cohesive palette.

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Colour pairings

When it comes to colour harmony, pair this orange with deep teal for bold contrast, or with warm sand and burnt umber for a palette that feels natural and grounded.

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Color Categories

Color formats

Name
When Strong Border over Seeding
HEX
#8c3e0e
RGB
rgb(140,62,14)
RGB%
rgb(54.9%,24.3%,5.5%)
HSL
hsl(23,82%,30%)
HSV
hsv(23,90%,55%)
CMYK
cmyk(0,56,90,45)
LAB
lab(36,31,42)
LCH
lch(36,52,54)
sRGB
(0.549,0.243,0.055)
HEX8
#8c3e0eff
CSS Name
Decimal
140062014

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Color info

Lightness
30%
Saturation
82%
Hue
23°
Chroma
52
Temperature
WarmCool
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