#84401C

#84401C

Color Values

HEX

#84401C

RGB

132, 64, 28

HSL

20.8, 65.0%, 31.4%

HSV

20.8, 78.8%, 51.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 51.5%, 78.8%, 48.2%

OKLCH

0.4523 0.1052 46.0

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: #84401C;
color: #84401C;
border-color: #84401C;
Nearest Tailwind: Amber 900 #78350F

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.69:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

2.73:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #84401C?

RGB(132, 64, 28) · HSL(20.8, 65.0%, 31.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 51.5%, 78.8%, 48.2%)

Does #84401C meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.69:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #84401C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #84401C background; contrast on black is 2.73:1.