#846426

#846426

Color Values

HEX

#846426

RGB

132, 100, 38

HSL

39.6, 55.3%, 33.3%

HSV

39.6, 71.2%, 51.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 24.2%, 71.2%, 48.2%

OKLCH

0.5235 0.0887 81.0

Properties

Color Psychology

True brown is the color of earth, wood, and leather, symbolizing reliability, endurance, and honest craftsmanship. It is psychologically grounding and creates a sense of security and material substance. Brown conveys authenticity and is often used by brands that emphasize traditional values and natural materials.

Design Usage

Medium brown is effective for coffee brands, furniture companies, and outdoor lifestyle products. It works as a warm neutral in navigation elements, card borders, and section dividers. Brown provides an organic alternative to gray-based design systems, particularly for brands wanting to convey handmade quality.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #846426;
color: #846426;
border-color: #846426;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

5.48:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.83:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #846426?

RGB(132, 100, 38) · HSL(39.6, 55.3%, 33.3%) · CMYK(0.0%, 24.2%, 71.2%, 48.2%)

Does #846426 meet WCAG contrast on white?

5.48:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #846426?

Use FFFFFF text on a #846426 background; contrast on black is 3.83:1.