#814E21

#814E21

Color Values

HEX

#814E21

RGB

129, 78, 33

HSL

28.1, 59.3%, 31.8%

HSV

28.1, 74.4%, 50.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 39.5%, 74.4%, 49.4%

OKLCH

0.4741 0.0907 59.0

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: #814E21;
color: #814E21;
border-color: #814E21;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.9:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.05:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #814E21?

RGB(129, 78, 33) · HSL(28.1, 59.3%, 31.8%) · CMYK(0.0%, 39.5%, 74.4%, 49.4%)

Does #814E21 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.9:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #814E21?

Use FFFFFF text on a #814E21 background; contrast on black is 3.05:1.