#802C17

#802C17

Color Values

HEX

#802C17

RGB

128, 44, 23

HSL

12.0, 69.5%, 29.6%

HSV

12.0, 82.0%, 50.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 65.6%, 82.0%, 49.8%

OKLCH

0.4145 0.1208 35.0

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark browns like chocolate and espresso project richness, indulgence, and masculine elegance. They carry the warmth of wood-paneled studies and aged leather, evoking comfort and established tradition. These deep tones suggest solidity, dependability, and mature sophistication.

Design Usage

Dark brown excels as a text color alternative to pure black, providing warmth and reducing visual harshness. It suits coffee roasters, chocolate brands, and heritage accessories with a tradition focus. Pair it with cream, gold, or burnt orange for a luxurious, warm-toned design system.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #802C17;
color: #802C17;
border-color: #802C17;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 900 #7C2D12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

9.17:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.29:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #802C17?

RGB(128, 44, 23) · HSL(12.0, 69.5%, 29.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 65.6%, 82.0%, 49.8%)

Does #802C17 meet WCAG contrast on white?

9.17:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #802C17?

Use FFFFFF text on a #802C17 background; contrast on black is 2.29:1.