#845F1C

#845F1C

Color Values

HEX

#845F1C

RGB

132, 95, 28

HSL

38.7, 65.0%, 31.4%

HSV

38.7, 78.8%, 51.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 28.0%, 78.8%, 48.2%

OKLCH

0.512 0.0941 78.0

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: #845F1C;
color: #845F1C;
border-color: #845F1C;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.78:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.63:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #845F1C?

RGB(132, 95, 28) · HSL(38.7, 65.0%, 31.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 28.0%, 78.8%, 48.2%)

Does #845F1C meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.78:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #845F1C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #845F1C background; contrast on black is 3.63:1.