#843420

#843420

Color Values

HEX

#843420

RGB

132, 52, 32

HSL

12.0, 61.0%, 32.2%

HSV

12.0, 75.8%, 51.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 60.6%, 75.8%, 48.2%

OKLCH

0.4337 0.1151 35.2

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: #843420;
color: #843420;
border-color: #843420;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 900 #7C2D12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

8.42:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.49:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #843420?

RGB(132, 52, 32) · HSL(12.0, 61.0%, 32.2%) · CMYK(0.0%, 60.6%, 75.8%, 48.2%)

Does #843420 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.42:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #843420?

Use FFFFFF text on a #843420 background; contrast on black is 2.49:1.