#854E1E

#854E1E

Color Values

HEX

#854E1E

RGB

133, 78, 30

HSL

28.0, 63.2%, 32.0%

HSV

28.0, 77.4%, 52.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 41.4%, 77.4%, 47.8%

OKLCH

0.4793 0.0962 58.1

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: #854E1E;
color: #854E1E;
border-color: #854E1E;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 800 #854D0E

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.76:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.11:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #854E1E?

RGB(133, 78, 30) · HSL(28.0, 63.2%, 32.0%) · CMYK(0.0%, 41.4%, 77.4%, 47.8%)

Does #854E1E meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.76:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #854E1E?

Use FFFFFF text on a #854E1E background; contrast on black is 3.11:1.